Uncovering The Truth for Over 24 Years
FREE CONSULTATION
Hours: 9:00-5:00pm M-F
Serving Lancaster, York, Harrisburg, and Reading
Surveillance Investigations
What is Surveillance?
Surveillance is the close observation of a person, place, or object. It is the practice of watching a subject in order to document the interactions or whereabouts of the subject.
When is it Used?
-
Missing person searches
-
Recurrent theft
-
Worker's Compensation Fraud
-
Vandalism
-
Fraud Investigations
-
Criminal Investigations
-
Stalking/Harassment Investigations
Common Types of Surveillance
There are a variety of ways to carry out surveillance, including the use of electronics, physical observation, conducting interviews, and using technology.
Electronic
Electronic Surveillance is the type of documentation private investigators most often use. It involves utilizing devices like wiretapping, and hidden video cameras to document activity. It also includes monitoring an individual’s use of their phones, email, and social media. Most electronic surveillance is illegal in PA with out a warrant.
Pennsylvania is a “two-party consent state,” meaning, generally, that both parties to a private conversation. One need to be aware of, and consent to, the recording of that conversation. Not all states are “two-party consent” states, as some state laws (and federal law) require only “one-party consent”, which allows one person to record a conversation without the other person knowing it.
This does not apply to video recordings with out audio
Physical Observation
Physical Observation is when investigators physically follow or watch a subject. This can potentially involve disguises, stakeouts, and multiple investigators. Most of the time the investigator will covertly video with use of hidden body cameras.
Interviews
Interviews are conducted by private investigators to discover as much information as possible about the subject. The people interviewed could include family members, neighbors, friends, or coworkers.
Technical
Technical Surveillance encompasses digital photography and video/audio recordings. Private investigators use hand held video cameras with zoom capabilities, hidden body cameras, covert outside cameras, unmanned surveillance vehicles with remote camera capabilities. For legal purposes the cameras usually have a time date stamp on the video.
What Are Lancaster Detective Agencies Capabilities?
At Lancaster Detective Agency we have the ability to do all types of surveillance. We have the latest surveillance equipment which has been field tested and proven. We have the ability to obtain video in most situations from blocks away, inside restaurants, bars, and grocery stores. Our abilities also extend to remote surveillance vehicles capable of recording 24/7 for up to 3-4 weeks with Live remote access to control the camera and view video.
In house we have a farm of 3D printers which we print our our Covert Camera Systems. Our covert Camera Systems are able to be used outside in all weather conditions and have the ability to record up to 5 days 24 hours a day.
Our Services
We specialize in family matters including but not limited to: Child Custody, Divorce Matters, Infidelity, and Cohabitation. We provide cost effective investigative options to fit your budget. Be confident that we will handle your case with the sensitivity and confidentiality you deserve. We have the latest in covert video technology which includes hidden body cameras, GPS and remote unmanned surveillance systems.
Other services include: Infidelity/Cheating, Child Custody, Cohabitation, Digital Forensics, Debugging Sweep, Surveillance, Unmanned Surveillance, Criminal Investigations, Employee Theft, Missing Person, Background Investigations, Workers Compensations Fraud, Accident Investigations, Cell Phone Recovery and Examinations, and GPS Purchase/Rental.
Jason K.
Excellent service, equipment, and results. I’ve known Sean personally and professionally for over 20 years. While many PI’s have come and gone Sean and Lancaster Detective Agency have continued to provide dynamic results to their clients! Top of the line technology and equipment assure you the best results for your case!
Sheila Miller
This detective agency is wonderful Sean put up a camera got us the what we need to win my son custody case answer all the email and the many questions I had . He always keep me up to date with what was going . Sean is honest and reliable and I highly recommend him to anyone.
Alan Cassidy
This company, has gone above and behind to a greater extent, than any company I have ever worked with. This is extremely important in such a trying time. Thank God for Lancaster, will certainly recommend to a friend.
Extremely professional detective services in and around the Lancaster County area. Contact Sean Hall at Lancaster Detective Agency to investigate your situation. He gets the job done.