A child custody investigation can be an essential part of a guardianship case. Custody battles can be stressful and filled with uncertainty. You want to use all the resources and services at your disposal to ensure a positive outcome.
Custody cases — following divorce, separation, or other family issues — often involve proving competence as a parent. A family law private investigator can help provide evidence if you are concerned about your children’s well-being when they are with the other parent or guardian. They can also help you respond to allegations from the other side about your parental fitness.
Here is what you need to know about this type of case and the answers to vital child custody investigation questions.
A child custody investigator is a private investigator, or PI hired to determine how a parent or guardian treats their children. PIs collect publicly available evidence, such as previous court case records. They can also interview witnesses and conduct surveillance. The audio, video and photographic evidence that they obtain can be admissible in court.
The results of the child custody investigation are meant to support your claims that you are a fit guardian and that the other parent or guardian cannot provide a safe environment for the children.
A family law private investigator looks for evidence of events or circumstances that will, or have negatively affected the child. The evidence may or may not be directly related to the care of a child or children. Sometimes, the PI will look for evidence that shows the children could be in an unsafe or unhealthy environment or situation when in the care of the other parent or guardian.
Here are some examples of what a child custody investigator looks for:
During a child custody investigation, the PI will also question witnesses. They typically communicate with the lawyer representing you to ensure that the evidence they collect is helpful in the case.
The details of what a child custody investigator looks for will vary from case to case. Typically, they collect three types of evidence to use in court: images or videos from surveillance, witness statements, and background information on the subject of the investigation.
A child custody investigation is not necessary if you and your former partner have an amicable separation. However, if you are concerned about your children’s safety or if your former partner is unwilling to compromise when it comes to custody, you may need to hire a family law private investigator to help you strengthen your case and give you the confidence to work towards a positive outcome. A PI can also provide assistance by collecting supporting evidence if you are falsely accused of abuse or neglect.
The specialists at Barefoot PI can collect the necessary information to support your case during a child custody hearing. With these professionals in your corner, you can be more confident about a positive outcome for your family or loved ones.
Contact us today to learn more about our child custody investigation services.
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