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Surveillance Services

Field surveillance, vehicle surveillance, and counter-surveillance in DFW. Court-admissible documentation. Licensed Texas investigators. 24/7.

Surveillance is the backbone of effective investigation work. Whether you need to document a workers compensation claimant's actual physical activity, observe a custody situation, verify an executive protection threat, or build evidence in a fraud case, surveillance produces the visual documentation that other investigative methods cannot replicate.

EJR Agency conducts field surveillance across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex using trained two-person and team surveillance, vehicle surveillance, foot surveillance, and stationary post observation. Our investigators are equipped with court-grade video equipment, multiple vehicles to defeat counter-surveillance awareness, and the patience required for cases that take days or weeks to develop. Every surveillance operation is documented contemporaneously with timestamped logs, photographic evidence, and video footage formatted for court presentation.

We also conduct counter-surveillance for clients concerned they are being followed — corporate executives, high-net-worth individuals, divorce proceedings subjects, and witnesses in sensitive cases. Counter-surveillance work identifies who is watching, documents methods, and develops information about the source.

What's Included

  • Two-person and team field surveillance
  • Vehicle surveillance with multiple-car coordination
  • Foot surveillance in commercial and entertainment districts
  • Stationary post observation and documentation
  • Court-admissible video and photographic evidence
  • Workers compensation claimant activity documentation
  • Custody case behavioral surveillance
  • Counter-surveillance for at-risk individuals

Common Case Scenarios

Workers Compensation Fraud

A DFW employer suspects a workers comp claimant of misrepresenting their physical limitations. EJR documents the claimant's actual activity over several days — yard work, recreational sports, lifting heavy items — building a video record that resolves the claim.

Custody Case Documentation

A parent in a custody dispute alleges the other parent is engaging in behavior harmful to the children. EJR conducts surveillance during scheduled visitation periods to document the actual situation — supporting the family law attorney's case.

Counter-Surveillance for Executive

A DFW executive notices vehicles appearing repeatedly near their home and office. EJR conducts counter-surveillance — identifying the vehicles, documenting the surveillance pattern, and developing information about who is watching and why.

Plan a Surveillance Operation

Effective surveillance requires patience, planning, and the right team. Whether you need workers comp activity documentation, custody case observation, or counter-surveillance for a personal threat — call our operations desk to scope the case.

Surveillance: Frequently Asked Questions

How much does private investigator surveillance cost in DFW?

Surveillance pricing in Dallas-Fort Worth depends on the number of investigators, equipment requirements, and total hours. Single-investigator surveillance is the most affordable; two-person or team surveillance costs more but is required for many cases — particularly those involving subjects who may notice repeated observation. EJR provides a per-hour rate and a scoped estimate during the free consultation.

Is private investigator surveillance legal in Texas?

Yes. Texas law permits surveillance of subjects in public spaces by licensed private investigators. Photographing and videoing subjects in public locations is legal, as is following subjects through public areas. What is not legal: trespassing on private property to observe, audio recording private conversations without consent, or installing tracking devices without proper authorization. EJR operates strictly within Texas and federal law.

How long does a typical surveillance case take?

Most surveillance cases require 3-7 days to establish behavioral patterns. Workers compensation cases often take 1-2 weeks to capture diverse activities. Custody cases may run over multiple visitation periods. Some surveillance can resolve in a single day if the subject's pattern is predictable. EJR provides an estimated timeline during the initial consultation.

Can the subject of surveillance know they are being watched?

EJR investigators are trained in covert surveillance methods. Subjects rarely know they are being observed. We use multiple vehicles, vary surveillance times, maintain appropriate distance, and document from positions that do not draw attention. In counter-surveillance situations where you suspect you are being watched, we can identify and document who is conducting that surveillance.

What deliverables come with a surveillance investigation?

EJR delivers comprehensive surveillance reports including chronological timestamped logs of all observed activity, photographic evidence with metadata, video footage of significant events, vehicle and location documentation, and a written narrative report. All evidence is formatted for court use if needed.

Can you do surveillance outside of DFW?

Yes. While EJR is headquartered in Dallas, we conduct surveillance throughout Texas and coordinate nationwide surveillance through professional networks. Cases originating in DFW often require surveillance in other Texas cities (Austin, Houston, San Antonio) or across state lines — we handle the logistics seamlessly.

Surveillance Across DFW

Surveillance operations originating in DFW often cross city lines as subjects move between work, home, and other locations. EJR coordinates multi-vehicle, multi-day surveillance across the metroplex and statewide when cases require it.

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