Is surveillance legal?

Surveillance is legal in the State of Texas when conducted by a Licensed State of Texas Private Investigator who conducts the surveillance from a position where he has a legal right to be.

How is a surveillance case documented?

The client will receive a detailed report with photographs, along with a video, which is court ready should the case be litigated.

How much does surveillance cost?

Every surveillance case is unique to itself, in which the investigation is tailored to determine answers to the client’s questions. In the Houston area, cost varies from $85 to $120 per hour. The cost is affected by geographic locations, time the surveillance takes place, and the number of Investigators involved.

How long does surveillance last?

Surveillances are tailored to the client’s needs and budget. A cheating spouse, or custody case usually has at least 3 days of surveillance. There is no standard norm, a case can last anywhere from one week to one month.

Are Investigators able to obtain video inside restaurants, bars, gyms, and retail establishments?

Houston Professional Investigators have special equipment which will allow them to obtain covert video at all these locations.

Who will know about the surveillance?

The confidential report is only provided to the client and his attorney if there is an attorney involved.

Do Investigators testify in court?

All of our Surveillance Investigators have court experience in testifying about their surveillance efforts as detailed in their confidential report.

Can I tape record a conversation without my girlfriend or spouse knowing?

The State of Texas only allows a conversation to be tape recorded if one party or more is aware that the conversation is being taped.

Can I place a tracker on my spouse or girlfriend’s car?

There is a State Statute that allows an individual or company to place a tracker on a vehicle for monitoring by a State Licensed Investigator. This can be accomplished if the specifics of the case meet the Statute’s requirements.

When Drug Dealers Call for Police Assistance

Published on February 12, 2012 02-2012 - Private Eyes of Texas - Newsletter,Criminal Defense

Updated: Jan 19, 2017 @ 2:32 am

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Attorney Lana Gordon defended a Hispanic male charged with a home invasion in Houston, TX. The defendant’s brother was 1 of the 2 suspects identified by the complainants.

Gradoni & Associates Investigate

Our investigation determined that the residence was actually a dope house, specializing in the sale of pharmaceutical pills. All of the four complainants in the house had lengthy criminal histories and were members of a White Supremacy group. Lana was able to utilize this information along with the State’s lack of evidence to secure a dismissal.

RESULT BASED ON INVESTIGATION: Dismissal of Aggravated Robbery Charges

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