A few years ago, I learned about bankruptcy files from friend and investigative associate Sarah Purifoy. She taught a small group of us about the various types of information commonly found in a bankruptcy file and how to obtain the different associated court documents. Fast forward, I routine use bankruptcy court files to assist in […]
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GOOGLE REVIEWS & DRIVING HISTORY BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS
Most professional investigators agree that in order to conduct a proper driving history background investigation on an individual, you must have a complete understanding of where the individual has resided, worked, and vacationed. This is because there is no source for a “nationwide” traffic violation search. A driving history background investigation can play a pivotal […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Mason Investigative Solutions has made the Three Best Rated Best Business of 2025 list for the category of private investigation. We have made the Three Best Rated list every year since 2018! Thank you to all of our clients, mentors, and investigative partners for making this possible.
CHARGES DISMISSED – GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE BACKGROUNDS
A few months ago, I learned that a criminal defense case that I had been working on for a lengthy period of time resulted in all felony charges being dismissed against the defendant. So, what moved the needle? The gut instinct of an experienced criminal defense attorney, a thorough background investigation into the investigating officer, […]
ASSOCIATIONS AND PRIVATE INVESTIGATORS
For the professional private investigator (PI), belonging to several associations is critical to one’s success. At a minimum, it is recommended that an investigator belong to at least three types of associations: state-wide PI association, international PI association, and an association that your clientele belong to. I belong to the following associations. Arizona Association of […]
Arizona Boat Registration Records
Every now and then we get asked if boat registration and ownership information is publicly available in Arizona. These records are critical when conducting asset investigations or civil litigation investigations involving watercraft. The short answer is yes! And if you’re a public records nerd like us, more information can be found in ARS 5-324. Note that […]
County Recorder – Criminal Records Research
When most people hear the words county recorder, they tend to think of property deed information. And while the county recorder does in fact record property deed information, searching the county recorder records can lead to a whole lot more than just property deeds! In many jurisdictions throughout the country, the county recorder also records […]
WHAT 1000 INVESTIGATIONS TAUGHT ME
In January 2023, Mason Investigative Solutions opened its 1000th case. Here are some lessons that Private Investigator Steven Mason learned along the way. Network – An investigator’s network is everything. One must exchange ideas daily with other investigators. Investigators who exist on their own desert island and never network, participate in associations, or are willing […]
Preservation Letters
A version of Private Investigator Steven Mason’s article first appeared in Pursuit Magazine. Disclaimer: The author is not an attorney, and the information contained within this article should not be construed as legal advice. The goal of all private investigations is to locate and collect information and evidence. For private investigators who work on […]