Private Investigator
/ˈpraɪvɪt ɪnˌvɛstəˈɡeɪtər/
Definitions
- (n.) A person licensed or employed to conduct investigations, typically of a private nature, for legal or personal purposes.
The private investigator was hired to gather evidence for the custody case.
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- private investigator
- private investigators
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Commentary
The term typically denotes a non-governmental investigator engaged in fact-finding; usage often requires licensing compliance depending on jurisdiction.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.