Lawful access and methods
Before collecting evidence, we review permission, recording requirements and any restrictions on access. A client’s request or a PI license does not authorize trespass, hacking or access to protected records.
Licensing and Credentials
Before sharing a sensitive family matter, verify the investigator’s license and ask how the work will be conducted. Family Private Investigator operates from Tacoma under Washington PI agency license #DOR00031710. You can check the license and request credential information before deciding to hire us.
What to verify before hiring
| Credential Area | What you can check |
|---|---|
| Washington PI Licensing | Our Washington PI agency license number is #DOR00031710. Use the Washington Department of Licensing’s professional license directory and lookup to confirm the business name and current status. The licensing record, rather than a website listing alone, establishes current standing. |
| Verification Requests | You or your attorney can request credential verification details during intake before the assignment is agreed. |
| Insurance and Risk Controls | We carry $1,000,000 in general liability insurance and a $10,000 surety bond. Ask for insurance and bonding information during intake. We also review access, safety concerns and any court restrictions before planning the task. |
| Evidence Handling Standards | Reports identify dates, times, locations and sources, and connect supporting records or media to the findings they document. We review the chronology and identify gaps or conflicting information. |
How those standards affect your investigation
Documenting what happened
We record when and where an observation occurred and where supporting information came from. The report distinguishes firsthand observations from witness accounts or records so you can assess the basis for a finding.
Coordination with your attorney
With your authorization, we coordinate reports and updates around your attorney’s preparation for declarations, exhibits or a hearing. Your attorney makes the legal decisions about using the material.
Credentials FAQ
Can my attorney request credential verification?
Yes. Your attorney can request verification details while the assignment is being discussed. We can coordinate directly with counsel with your authorization.
Do you follow Washington recording and evidence rules?
Yes. We review Washington recording and evidence requirements when choosing methods and confirming access before work begins.
Do credentials guarantee case outcome?
No. A license does not guarantee useful findings, admissibility or a legal result. Those depend on the facts, the evidence available and the court’s decisions.
Who Is Responsible for This Website?
Family Private Investigator publishes these investigation guides. They provide general information about investigative work, not legal advice.
For current requirements, consult the linked official court, legislative and licensing sources and ask your attorney how they apply to your case. Examples describe possible investigative methods and their limits; they do not predict findings or court outcomes.
If you find an error, contact us with the page address and the statement you want checked. Use official sources to confirm current requirements before acting, and keep sensitive case evidence out of a public inquiry.
Have a credential question?
Ask us for the licensing, insurance or evidence-handling information you need before approving an assignment.