Investigator Coverage
Attorneys often rely on a variety of tools and resources to build a persuasive case, a resource that plays a pivotal role in a case is the private investigator. These skilled professionals bring a unique set of skills and expertise to the table, helping to uncover critical evidence, track down witnesses, and provide invaluable insights. In a self-defense case, an attorney may need an investigator to investigate the scene to gather more factual evidence or information to create a better legal argument for the defendant.
How Can an Investigator Help My Case?
Private investigators are experts at collecting evidence, and in a criminal defense case, gathering relevant evidence is essential. Private investigators have access to a wide range of tools and techniques, which can uncover critical information that may be overlooked by others.
Private Investigator Tools and Techniques Include:
- Surveillance
- Background checks
- Forensic analysis
Comprehensive and Effective Defense Strategies
An investigator working for a defense attorney plays a critical role in helping to build a comprehensive and effective defense strategy. They aim to uncover facts that may support the accused’s innocence, raise doubts about the prosecution’s case, or diminish the severity of potential consequences. Their work is essential in upholding the principles of due process and ensuring a fair trial for the defendant.
Due to the nature of a self-defense case, your attorney will want to hire an investigator to help with your defense. Investigators can be costly, which usually means extra expenses you would need to pay.
How Much Does an Investigator Cost?
The cost of an investigator depends on who you hire, and their level of experience. Investigators can range from $375 to $2,500 or higher, all depending on the depth of the service requested. The person paying for the investigator is almost always the criminal defendant. If you’re an AOR member, you don’t have to worry about investigator fees, as it’s covered in your plan.
How Does Investigator Coverage Benefit You?
If you are a member of the Attorneys On Retainer program, there will be no out-of-pocket expenses for an investigator. The AOR Plan will cover all the costs of hiring an investigator in your case. That is one of the many benefits of being an Attorneys On Retainer member.
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