The Original Private Investigator's Handbook and Almanac is designed to provide the essential knowledge and procedure needed to identify, locate, and understand how to become a private investigator. It is both an instructional guide for those individuals desiring a career as a private investigator, and a resource manual that can be an invaluable reference. The approach is direct and concise, which facilitates comprehension by novices as well as experienced private investigators, and makes possible competent and professional reference of all private investigation in the United States and internationally.

This writing will answer your questions about becoming a Private Investigator or Detective, how to become one, how to start your own business, and the equipment needed. The services to offer, who the clients are and how to reach them.

Think you might be interested in pursuing a career as a private investigator? Browse through the pages of this book to: - Learn about the services provided by private investigators- Learn about the typical work environment, career outlook and salary range.- Get the details on the basic licensing requirements for each states and where to find more information- Understand where to get the necessary training and education- Get ideas and suggestions for getting your business up and running- Find out how to join industry associations to help grow your networkIf you're already a private investigator, this book can help you to expand your services into other states. You can use it as a quick reference for getting licensed, expanding your credentials and establishing a referral network. Likewise, agencies can provide a copy to new employees to help guide them through the licensing and application process. In short, if you're ready to embark on your path to becoming a private investigator, then you've found the right place to start.

Introduction to Private Investigation is designed to provide the essential knowledge and procedures needed to operate successfully as a private investigator. It is both an instructional textbook for those individuals desiring a career as a private investigator, and a resource manual that can be an invaluable tool for later reference. The approach is a direct, concise style, which facilitates comprehension by novices as well as experienced private investigators, and makes possible competent and professional performance of all types of private investigation. The purpose for writing this book is to fill the existing need within the field for a precise comprehensive text detailing the development of skills necessary for professional investigative work. In addition, there is a lack of recent, up-to-date textbooks currently available to individuals wishing to learn about private investigation. Introduction to Private Investigation will help fill this void. This easy-to-read textbook for investigators is filled with practical information and stories that will provide extremely valuable training. One unique attribute of the book is its commitment to the practice of private investigation in the private business sector as well as the public sector. Another notable quality is its concern with both the portrayal of private investigation as a legitimate professional discipline and the subsequent degradation of the popular, media propagated misconceptions of private investigators. Two new chapters have been added in this second edition, "Criminal Defense Investigation" and "Bioethics, Investigation, and the Occult," due to a complete lack of material for each subject pertaining to Professional Investigation. It will enable the professional investigator or apprentice to sharpen the skills they use every day. Be it undercover, surveillance, interviewing, case preparation, or courtroom testimony, even the most seasoned veterans understand the need to be on top of their game in order to provide clients with the best possible results. This book will help you accomplish that understanding. It will provide you with the basic skills, knowledge and required tools before you go into battle with the Scales of Justice.

If your goal is to launch a career in private investigation, you've got to do your homework. This self-paced, hands-on workbook and guide will prep you on education and training, licensing, office equipment and supplies, marketing, field equipment, report writing, photography and videotaping, firearms and more.

* So you want to be a private investigator?* Little or no law enforcement or related experience?* Sick of sending resumes and calling companies only to hear 'no'?* Want to start your own business?* Want to know what it's really like being a P.I.? A few years ago I was in exactly the same position. Find out how I went from a standard corporate marketing job, to fulfilling my dream of becoming a private investigator - with almost no experience. From spreadsheets and office politics to stakeouts and car tailing. If you're in this position then this is the place to start. This book explains the exact steps I took to make it as a P.I. It's a combination of my own experiences, as well as the 20 plus books and countless articles I read during the process. Relevant for the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. It is the definitive guide. Find out: * The top 3 mistakes people make when looking for a job as a P.I.* How to provide value to an organization, even without investigative experience* A day in the life of a private investigator - truth and fiction* 14 typical cases you may be involved in* Reviews and links to dozens of books, articles and websites for further information This is not about the tools and techniques of a private investigator (e.g. surveillance, tailing, tracing, interviewing etc.), there are many other books and online resources for this. It is not a manual for the job itself; it is a guide on how to get into the industry in the first place. It is specifically for people with little or no experience who want to break into the exciting world of private investigation. Having read this book you'll come away knowing the first steps you need to take, some further reading or resources, or maybe you'll realize that private investigation is not really for you. Either way, this book can save you months of frustration sending out resumes and facing rejection after rejection. No more going round in circles. Don't waste any more time. Before doing anything else, start with this book.

A fascinating guide to a career as a private investigator written by award-winning journalist Howie Kahn and based on the real-life experiences of an expert in the field—essential reading for someone considering a path to this profession. Becoming a Private Investigator puts a seemingly out-of-reach profession within the your grasp. Weaving practical how-to advice with inspiring case studies, Kahn provides actionable steps anyone can take to pursue a career as a P.I. as he shadows two experienced American P.I.s, Sheila Wysocki and Mark Gillespie, both of whom are investigating a series of deaths about which many questions remain. What skills must they master to find out the truth? What risks must they take to succeed? In a narrative full of shocking details, Becoming a Private Investigator sheds light on the professionals who fight for justice and change the lives of others forever.