California BSIS PI License No. 190161

Private Investigator by a Licensed Private Investigator in Los Angeles, OC & San Diego

Xpozzed is a California BSIS licensed private investigation agency serving individuals, attorneys, and businesses throughout Southern California. Surveillance, infidelity investigations, background checks, skip tracing, and court-admissible digital evidence — all conducted by a licensed PI.

What Does a Licensed Private Investigator Do?

A licensed private investigator gathers facts, locates individuals, documents evidence, and conducts surveillance in a legally compliant manner. Unlike amateur research or informal inquiries, a licensed PI's work product is conducted with evidentiary standards in mind — making findings usable in court, attorney presentations, and formal dispute resolution.

California requires all private investigators to be licensed by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS). Xpozzed holds PI License No. 190161, issued by BSIS under the California Business and Professions Code. This license is verifiable through the BSIS public database and authorizes our agency to conduct investigations throughout the state.

Our licensed investigator serves a wide range of clients: individuals dealing with infidelity or family matters, attorneys building civil and criminal cases, businesses investigating internal fraud or employee misconduct, and individuals who have been victims of online harassment, stalking, or scams.

Licensed private investigator serving Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego

California Licensed — Evidence That Holds Up in Court

The difference between a licensed PI and an unlicensed investigator is not just legal — it is evidentiary. Evidence gathered by an unlicensed investigator can be challenged or excluded entirely. Evidence from a California BSIS licensed agency is admissible and carries professional credibility before judges, arbitrators, and opposing counsel.

California Business and Professions Code Section 7520 establishes the licensing requirements for private investigators in the state. You can verify our agency's license status directly through the BSIS online license verification portal. License No. 190161 is active and in good standing.

Every investigation begins with a case assessment call — at no charge — to determine scope, applicable legal boundaries, and what documentation your specific matter requires. Contact us to schedule.

Private Investigation Services

Surveillance & Covert Operations

Discreet mobile and stationary surveillance conducted by our licensed investigator. Video and photographic documentation suitable for court use, insurance claims, and legal proceedings.

Infidelity & Relationship Investigations

Confidential investigation of suspected infidelity. Evidence documented with timestamps, locations, and chain-of-custody procedures for use in family court, divorce, and custody proceedings.

Background Investigations

Comprehensive background research on individuals and businesses — including criminal history, civil records, address history, and online activity. Used by attorneys, employers, and individuals.

Skip Tracing & Asset Search

Locate individuals who have disappeared, changed addresses, or avoided service. Asset searches for judgment enforcement, divorce proceedings, and business disputes.

Digital Evidence & OSINT

Open-source intelligence gathering, social media investigation, and digital evidence collection. Metadata analysis and account tracing for online fraud, harassment, and identity verification cases.

Expert Witness Services

Our licensed investigator provides qualified expert testimony in California civil and criminal proceedings involving surveillance evidence, digital forensics, and investigative findings.

Private Investigator Services Throughout Southern California

Our licensed investigator operates throughout the greater Los Angeles area, Orange County, and San Diego County. Whether your matter involves local surveillance, court filings in a specific jurisdiction, or a matter that crosses county lines, we have the coverage and licensing to handle it.

Los Angeles County

Downtown LA, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Burbank, Pasadena, Long Beach, Torrance, Glendale, and all surrounding communities. LA Superior Court experience.

Orange County

Irvine, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Fullerton, Garden Grove, and surrounding areas. OC Superior Court documentation standards.

San Diego County

Downtown San Diego, Chula Vista, Escondido, El Cajon, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, and the broader county. San Diego Superior Court-admissible evidence packages.

Remote & Statewide

Digital investigations, OSINT, background research, and skip tracing can be conducted remotely for clients throughout California. Free consultation available statewide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a licensed private investigator or can I do this research myself?

You can conduct many types of research yourself, but a licensed PI's work product carries legal credibility that self-collected evidence typically does not. If your matter may involve court proceedings, attorney use, or formal dispute resolution, evidence gathered by a California BSIS licensed agency is far more defensible and admissible than informal research.

Is Xpozzed a licensed private investigation agency in California?

Yes. Xpozzed holds California BSIS PI License No. 190161, issued under the California Business and Professions Code. You can verify this license directly through the BSIS online portal. The license authorizes our agency to conduct private investigations throughout California.

What types of cases do you take?

We work on surveillance and infidelity matters, background investigations, skip tracing and asset searches, digital evidence collection, OSINT investigations, online harassment and stalking cases, fraud investigations, and expert witness engagements. Contact us for a free case assessment to determine if your matter is a good fit.

How do I know if the person I am investigating will find out?

Discretion is a core professional obligation for licensed investigators. We conduct all surveillance and investigation activities covertly unless disclosure is legally required. Your identity as the retaining party is kept confidential throughout the investigation.

How much does a private investigator cost?

Costs vary based on the scope, duration, and complexity of the investigation. We offer a free initial consultation to assess your matter and provide a transparent quote before any engagement begins. There are no hidden fees — all costs are disclosed upfront.

Our Process

A clear, court-admissible methodology from first contact to final report.

01

Contact & Intake

Reach out by phone, email, or our secure contact form. We respond within minutes — 24/7 for emergencies. All consultations are strictly confidential.

02

Consultation & Scope

Joseph Hanna personally reviews your case, assesses the evidence, and defines a clear scope of work with transparent pricing. No hidden fees.

03

Investigation & Analysis

Forensic examination using industry-standard tools and chain-of-custody procedures. Every step is documented to meet California and federal evidentiary standards.

04

Report & Testimony

You receive a detailed, court-ready forensic report. Joseph Hanna is available to provide expert witness testimony in California state and federal courts.

What Our Clients Say

Real results for real clients across Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego.

"I had a stalker sending threats from fake accounts for months. Xpozzed identified the person within days, documented everything, and I had a restraining order within two weeks. Life-changing."

"Their forensics investigator provided exceptional digital forensics analysis for our corporate breach. The expert witness testimony was clear, credible, and decisive in court."

"Our school needed professional cyberbullying documentation for a serious case. Xpozzed provided a court-ready evidence package that held up in the legal proceedings. Highly recommend."

5.0 average rating  ·  Court-Qualified Expert Witness  ·  California BSIS Licensed PI

Our Digital Forensics & Investigation Services

California BSIS Licensed Private Investigation Agency — Expert digital forensics and investigation services across Southern California.

Cell Phone Forensics
Mobile Forensics

Cell Phone Forensics

Court-admissible extraction and analysis of iOS and Android devices. Recover deleted messages, call logs, app data, and GPS history.

Computer Forensics
Digital Forensics

Computer Forensics

Forensic examination of laptops, desktops, and storage media. Evidence recovery for litigation, HR investigations, and criminal defense.

Video Forensics
Media Forensics

Video Forensics

Deepfake detection, video authentication, and frame-level analysis. Expert opinions accepted by California state and federal courts.

Email Forensics
Email Analysis

Email Forensics

Header analysis, spoofing detection, and chain-of-custody email preservation. Ideal for fraud, harassment, and IP theft cases.

Cyber Bully Forensics
Online Safety

Cyber Bully Forensics

Identify anonymous harassers and document cyberbullying evidence for school, civil, or criminal proceedings.

Reputation Management
Reputation

Reputation Management

Identify anonymous attackers, investigate fake reviews, and build court-admissible defamation evidence packages.

Tracing & Recover Cryptocurrency
Crypto

Tracing & Recover Cryptocurrency

Blockchain tracing, wallet attribution, and asset recovery coordination for scam victims and financial disputes.

Extortion & Sextortion
Threat Response

Extortion & Sextortion

Rapid response to online extortion, ransomware, and sextortion threats. Attacker identification and court-ready evidence packages.

OSINT Investigations
Intelligence

OSINT Investigations

Open-source intelligence gathering across social platforms, public records, and the deep web for identity verification and threat assessment.

Free Consultation Available

Work With a California BSIS Licensed Private Investigator

Licensed PI License No. 190161. Serving Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. Free case assessment — no obligation.

BSIS PI License No. 190161 Computer Forensics Qualified Expert Witness CEH — Certified Ethical Hacker CISSP (In Progress) MSc Candidate — Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity, EC-Council University Court-Admissible Results