Private investigators in Toronto and Ontario typically follow an hourly rate charging system, which can fluctuate depending on the complexity of the investigation and the number of investigators needed. Before commencing a case, most private investigators usually request a retainer fee, the amount of which varies from one agency to another. Additionally, it’s important to note that some investigators may also include charges for mileage and/or travel time in their billing structure.
SURVEILLANCE
$85.00 /HR / INVESTIGATOR
$ 0.50 /KM
ACTIVITY / BACKGROUND CHECK
$85.00 /HR / INVESTIGATOR
$ 0.50 /KM
FINANCIAL \ ASSET IDENTIFICATION
$85.00/HR + DISBURSEMENTS
FORENSIC: INVESTIGATIONS, SECURITY CONSULTING, IDENTIFICATION OF COMMUNICATIONS
$200/HR + TRAVEL + DISBURSEMENTS
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Over the last thirty years, Investigation Hotline has interacted with thousands of clients who have differing perspectives and ideas as to what private investigators are able to do within their trade. People are often misguided by movies and television shows they watch depicting private detectives as mysterious, gun toting spies that wreak havoc in the night. However, contrary to popular belief, licensed private investigators are unable to perform the majority of things that are portrayed in popular culture.
11 things that private investigators can and can’t do.
- Trespass on other people’s property
- Wiretapping
- Access to Bank Records
- Work with the Police
- Obtain Credit Information
- Retrieve Phone Records
- Track Someone with GPS
- Hack into Electronic Devices
- Search License Plate Numbers
- Find Information Online
- Acquire Medical Records
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