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It is of the highest importance in the art of detection to be able to recognize out of a number of facts which are incidental and which vital.  Otherwise your energy and attention must be dissipated instead of being concentrated."

Sherlock Holmes - "The Reigate Puzzle"

A professionally conducted investigation requires personnel of many skills.  Of primary importance is the investigator's ability to quickly assess the person being interviewed and determine what technique is best utilized to extract accurate and reliable information.  He or she must be well versed in evidential matters to understand not only the case itself, but whether the information being relayed is accurate and within the scope of the case.  A good investigator is always looking for other sources of information with the knowledge of how to obtain that information.

Some of our general investigation services include:

Case Review:  Prior to any actual investigation, each case begins with a thorough review to determine the most appropriate steps to take in an orderly manner.

Witness Location:  Witnesses have a way of becoming difficult to find after the initial incident is over.  Locating witnesses and securing their cooperation is essential.

Witness Interviews: Developing rapport with the witness and asking the right questions will provide more reliable and accurate information.

Lead Development:  What other witnesses may be available that are not readily known?  What other sources might shed some light on motives, frame of mind, other suspects etc?  Developing and following through on this information increases the over all investigation.

Scene Documentation:  A well photographed or diagram incident/crime scene allows witnesses or jurors to fully comprehend the scene itself, the location of evidences, location of involved parties and sequence of events. 

Evidence Analysis:  Other evidence may be present that was either not collected or not analyzed.  Evidence can play a major role in the case especially if you are dealing with eye witnesses or testimony that borders on the line of speculation.  Remember not all evidence that is collected received examination.

Documentation:  Complete reports that are accurate and delivered in a timely manner affords essential time to incorporate the information into the case.  All written documentation is provided with the availability to discuss or explain any information they contain.

FCA responds to the needs of the attorney and the case.  We will take every opportunity to suggest additional investigations and/or witness interviews that could result in a more professional and informational investigation.