A single missing sentence can swing a case. Learn how to catch omissions before they catch you. The problem in plain view Imagine reading an incident report that states, “Defendant requested an attorney and gave no statement.” Then you watch the body-worn camera. Within the first ninety seconds the defendant
Child-custody fights feel overwhelming because so much rides on a judge’s decision. Yet the process becomes clearer when you understand the touchstones the court must examine.
Legal professionals waste thousands of dollars each year on investigation evidence that judges reject. Smart attorneys partner with experienced private investigators who understand the strict evidentiary standards courts demand. This comprehensive guide reveals the specific methods professional investigators use to gather admissible evidence that strengthens your case rather than weakening
Why Even Well-Intentioned Detectives Can Get It Wrong Estimated read time: 3 minutes Law enforcement officers carry a difficult burden: solving crimes swiftly and accurately. But the investigative process is vulnerable to human error, institutional pressure, and flawed tools. As a result, innocent people can end up behind bars, while
North Carolina’s open-file discovery statute, G.S. 15A-903, promises defense teams complete files of all law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies. Yet hard lessons show that the rule alone cannot stop evidence from disappearing in the heat of prosecution. Below are six cases—all home-grown—where material that should have
In today’s criminal cases, video and audio evidence can make or break a defense. Whether it’s a body-worn camera recording, a jail call, or a witness interview, that raw digital evidence often holds critical details. But here’s the problem—reviewing hours of footage without transcripts is slow,
North Carolina’s sentencing grid rises or falls on two checklists: aggravating factors (filed on AOC‑CR‑614) and mitigating factors (recorded on AOC‑CR‑605). A criminal defense investigator gathers the evidence that challenges the first list and builds the second.
When the truth matters most, we know where to look. We’re a licensed private investigation firm in North Carolina specializing in criminal defense investigations and family law cases. Our team works closely with defense attorneys, families, and private clients to uncover facts, locate witnesses, and document the evidence that
Discover how private investigators review law enforcement work in criminal defense cases, from good-faith efforts to signs of misconduct, ensuring fair and thorough representation.
North Carolina House Bill 450 would ban GPS tracking by private investigators—putting vulnerable children and affordable investigations at risk.
If you're a paralegal in criminal defense, you know that building a strong defense is all about finding every piece of evidence that supports your client. One of the most powerful resources at your disposal is the criminal defense investigator. Not only do criminal defense investigators help uncover
Introduction: Understanding Discovery Violations in NC Criminal Defense Discovery violations in North Carolina criminal cases represent a significant obstacle to a fair trial for defendants. When prosecutors withhold evidence or fail to share information with the defense, it undermines the defendant’s ability to build a robust case. A recent