Business Details
Trusted Private Investigator Services in Naples, FL
I am Bill Smith, the founder of Smith Investigations, with nearly three decades of experience in investigative services. My career began in law enforcement with the Detroit Police Department, where I developed expertise in criminal case development and prosecution support. I later served as Supervisor of Collier County Code Enforcement, overseeing compliance with legal standards and training investigative teams. My role as an Investigator for the 20th Judicial Circuit Court involved handling domestic violence cases and civil injunctions, while my tenure as Deputy Court Administrator included managing family law programs and juvenile diversion initiatives. For over 30 years, I have testified as an Investigator and Expert Witness in civil and criminal cases across Florida's 20th Judicial Circuit.My work with the Criminal Defense firm of Berry, Day & Mc Fee expanded my expertise in capital murder cases, DUIs, and drug-related investigations. Smith Investigations provides comprehensive investigative support to law firms, specializing in criminal defense and civil litigation. Our services include surveillance, records retrieval, skip tracing, polygraph testing, computer forensics, and GPS tracking. We offer specialized knowledge in fraud recovery, financial crimes, and domestic violence investigations. Our agency combines law enforcement experience with courtroom expertise to deliver reliable, legally sound investigative solutions.
Services
Criminal Defense Investigation
Surveillance
Records Retrieval
Skip Tracing
Polygraph Services
Computer Forensics
GPS Tracking
Domestic Violence Cases
Fraud Recovery
Financial Crime Investigation
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of investigative experience in law enforcement and court systems.
- Our team includes a former Deputy Court Administrator with family law expertise.
- We provide specialized fraud recovery and financial crime investigation services.
- Our founder has testified as an Expert Witness in 20th Judicial Circuit Courts.
- We combine courtroom knowledge with modern investigative technologies.
Associations and certifications
- License A-2900309
- License C-2900553
Services
Criminal Defense Investigation
Smith Investigations provides comprehensive criminal defense investigation services for law firms. Our team conducts evidence collection, witness interviews, and case analysis to support defense strategies. With expertise in capital murder cases, DUIs, and domestic violence, we deliver court-ready investigative reports.
Surveillance
Our surveillance services include discreet observation and documentation for legal cases. We utilize advanced equipment to track subjects, document activities, and gather time-sensitive evidence. This service supports civil litigation, insurance claims, and criminal defense investigations with verifiable visual records.
Computer Forensics
We recover and analyze digital evidence from electronic devices for court proceedings. Our forensic specialists retrieve deleted files, examine communication records, and document digital footprints. This service supports fraud investigations, cybercrime cases, and civil litigation requiring electronic evidence.
Fraud Recovery
Our fraud recovery services specialize in securities fraud, money laundering, and international fraud cases. We trace illicit financial transactions, analyze accounting records, and document evidence for prosecution. This service combines investigative skills with financial expertise to recover assets and support legal action.
GPS Tracking
Smith Investigations offers GPS tracking services for legal investigations. We install and monitor tracking devices to document vehicle movements, verify alibis, and gather location-based evidence. This service supports criminal defense, insurance fraud investigations, and civil litigation requiring movement documentation.
People
Bill Smith
Owner
Bill Smith is a Florida-licensed Private Investigator with 30+ years of experience in law enforcement, court systems, and criminal defense. Former Detroit Police Officer and Collier County Code Enforcement Supervisor, he specializes in fraud recovery and courtroom testimony.
Questions
What services does Smith Investigations offer?
We provide criminal defense investigation, surveillance, computer forensics, fraud recovery, GPS tracking, and court support services for law firms.
How experienced is Smith Investigations?
Our founder has 30+ years of investigative experience including law enforcement, court testimony, and working with criminal defense firms.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Collier County and Naples, Florida, with capabilities for broader investigations as needed.
Can you handle complex financial crime cases?
Yes, we specialize in securities fraud, money laundering, tax evasion, and international fraud recovery investigations.
Do you provide courtroom testimony support?
Yes, our founder has testified as an Investigator and Expert Witness in Florida's 20th Judicial Circuit Courts for decades.
