Private Investigator Tools
Private investigator tools are specific items which are typically handy when working on an intelligence gathering assignment. Every investigator will find a time when they are limited in their effectiveness due to the tools they presently have available. However, it is impossible (or at least impractical) to carry a full complement of gear at all times, so well trained
professional investigators
pick and choose the ideal
spy gear
for their work based on each unique case profile.

Common Private Investigator Tools
As previously mentioned, individual case assignments will dictate carrying case-specific tools. However, there are certain items which are always easy to carry and extremely handy for any
private investigator
to have at all times:
* Cell phone with hi-quality camera and video capabilities, as well as a digital voice recorder. * Small digital camera with video capability and quality optical zoom function. * Quick change of clothing, such as glasses, a hat and a sweatshirt. * Umbrella, equally good for rain protection and
surveillance
applications in bad weather. * Plenty of small cash, including change.
Specific Private Detective Tools
Depending on the nature of the case assignment, more specialized
private investigation equipment
may be required. These can make a successful resolution easy to achieve and maintain the safety of all parties working on the case. Some of the ones I use commonly include:
* 2 way radios * Digital SLR camera body with wide angle and extreme zoom lenses.
* Hidden video camera
with battery powered tiny monitor/recorder. * Remote
surveillance cameras
with motion detectors. * A variety of legal forms and stationary, including
process server
affidavits for various forms of legal document service. * Signed statement book with numbered lines for taking
witness statements.
* Notary stamp for licensed notaries. * Unobtrusive accessory bag or backpack. * GPS system * Bionic ear or other long range
listening device.
Private Investigator Tools Advice
Purchasing quality products designed exclusively for investigation use is a worthwhile investment for any working professional detective. There are tons of gadgets and gizmos which do all sorts of cool things and can really come in handy in specific situations. However, you do not need to go crazy with your purchases… A bit of common sense and ingenuity will go a long way in improvising cheap solutions to common problems in the field. Anyway, carrying too many pieces of equipment becomes a theft and mobility liability in many instances… My advice is to buy smart and selectively, and always consider purchasing new equipment for a case which will obviously benefit from the technology.
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