NAICS Code 561611-04 - Detectives-Private

Tools commonly used in the Detectives-Private industry for day-to-day tasks and operations.

• Surveillance equipment (e.g. cameras, audio recording devices)
• GPS tracking devices
• Forensic tools (e.g. fingerprint kits, DNA testing equipment)
• Computer software for data analysis and investigation
• Background check software and databases
• Undercover equipment (e.g. hidden cameras, microphones)
• Interview and interrogation tools (e.g. lie detectors, voice stress analyzers)
• Binoculars and other optical equipment
• Mobile devices for communication and data collection
• Lock picking tools

Common products and services typical of NAICS Code 561611-04, illustrating the main business activities and contributions to the market.

• Infidelity investigations
• Insurance fraud investigations
• Background checks for employment or tenant screening
• Missing persons investigations
• Intellectual property theft investigations
• Corporate espionage investigations
• Child custody investigations
• Asset searches
• Computer forensics investigations
• Security consulting services

A concise historical narrative of NAICS Code 561611-04 covering global milestones and recent developments within the United States.

• The private detective industry has a long and storied history dating back to the mid-19th century. The first private detective agency in the world was founded in France in 1833 by Eugene Francois Vidocq, a former criminal who turned his talents to catching other criminals. In the United States, the Pinkerton National Detective Agency was founded in 1850 and quickly became famous for its work in tracking down train robbers and other outlaws. In the 20th century, private detectives played a key role in many high-profile cases, including the investigation of the Lindbergh baby kidnapping in 1932. In recent years, the industry has faced new challenges from advances in technology, such as the widespread use of surveillance cameras and social media. In the United States, the private detective industry has a history that dates back to the early 20th century. During the Prohibition era, private detectives were often hired to investigate bootleggers and other criminals. In the 1950s and 1960s, private detectives played a key role in the civil rights movement, investigating cases of police brutality and other abuses. In the 21st century, the industry has continued to evolve, with many detectives now specializing in cybercrime and other high-tech areas. The industry has also faced new challenges from increased regulation and competition from other types of investigators, such as forensic accountants and computer forensics experts.