Skip Tracing: Proven Results for Every Situation
Skip tracing is more than running a quick database search — it’s a systematic process of combining technology, investigative techniques, and fieldwork. At Tristar, our private investigator skip tracing experts specialize in finding individuals whether they’ve moved recently, changed contact details, or are deliberately hiding. We help attorneys, insurers, businesses, and families uncover the truth.
How do we locate people?
We tap into thousands of nationwide databases containing millions of records, including driver’s license histories, consumer profiles, Social Security data, postal forwarding files, mailing lists, magazine subscriptions, voter registrations, utility records, reverse phone directories, real estate and land records, and more. When addresses have changed or are outdated, we may also use subrosa surveillance or field work to confirm locations. Some databases are restricted by state, so we use flexible, lawful methods tailored for each case.
From debt recovery to witness location, we provide skip tracing services tailored to your case. Our team leverages address histories, employment records, and proprietary databases to track people quickly and efficiently. Every investigation is handled with confidentiality and backed by decades of professional experience.
Experienced Investigators
Licensed investigators with proven expertise in skip tracing services across legal, business, and personal cases.
Accurate Results
From verifying addresses to uncovering hidden assets, we provide skip trace services that deliver court-ready findings.
Trusted Across California
Our professional skip tracers have successfully assisted attorneys, insurers, and businesses statewide in resolving cases.
Benefits of this Service
Hiring professional skip tracers ensures reliable results and minimizes wasted time. At Tristar, we combine investigative expertise with advanced tools to locate individuals across California and beyond. Our skip tracing services draw on decades of experience, leveraging both proprietary databases and field investigation to uncover accurate, court-ready information.
By using proven skip trace methods, we help insurers confirm claimant whereabouts, attorneys track down witnesses, and businesses resolve outstanding debts. Individuals also rely on our services to reconnect with missing relatives or verify critical personal information. Whether it’s tracing a person who has intentionally disappeared or someone who has simply relocated, our professional skip tracers deliver timely, verifiable results that stand up under legal scrutiny.
- Licensed investigators with years of skip tracing experience
- Comprehensive reports from quick searches to deep background checks
- Proven success in locating debtors, witnesses, and missing persons
- Confidential, discreet handling of sensitive information
- Fast results tailored to your urgency and case needs
- Trusted by attorneys, insurers, and businesses across the state
Skip Tracing Investigation Packages
Tristar Investigation offers flexible investigation packages to meet the unique needs of each missing person case. Whether you’re searching for a lost family member, locating a runaway teenager, or finding a missing witness for a legal matter, our tiered packages provide reliable options. Each package is designed to combine advanced research, fieldwork, and documentation to uncover the truth with accuracy and discretion.
Plan
Price
Details
Level 1
$275*
Basic skip trace investigation using advanced databases to locate individuals with standard information available.
Level 2
$485*
Includes enhanced research methods and multiple cross-references for more complex cases or harder-to-locate subjects.
Level 3
$500 and up*
Comprehensive skip tracing designed for evasive individuals, common names, or extremely active profiles; fully customized investigations.
Why It Matters
Each package is designed to match the depth of information you need. Whether you’re tracing a person for litigation, debt collection, or locating a missing witness, our skip tracing agency provides accurate, court-ready information.
Our Approach to Skip Tracing
Skip trace services require more than software; they demand skilled investigators who know how to connect digital footprints with real-world evidence. At Tristar, we combine legal compliance, discretion, and advanced methods to provide actionable results.
We follow strict ethical and legal standards to protect confidentiality and ensure findings are admissible in court.
Our tracing investigators use databases, property records, employment sources, and surveillance when needed to confirm identities and locations.
Whether you’re an attorney needing to locate a witness, an insurer validating a claim, or a business collecting debts, we customize each skip trace investigation to your unique situation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is skip tracing?
Skip tracing is the process of locating individuals who are missing, hiding, or avoiding contact, using investigative methods and databases.
How long does a skip trace take?
Basic searches may be completed in a day, while comprehensive investigations requiring multiple verifications may take longer.
Is skip tracing legal?
Yes. Our skip tracing services comply with California laws and are conducted under strict ethical standards. For a broader understanding of debt collection and tracing laws, visit the Federal Trade Commission’s debt collection resources.
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What types of cases need skip tracing?
Common uses include debt recovery, missing heirs, locating witnesses, and serving subpoenas.
What information do I need to start a skip trace?
Typically, a name and last known address are enough. More details (such as date of birth, Social Security number, or employer) increase accuracy.
Who uses skip tracing services?
Attorneys, insurers, collection agencies, and individuals needing to locate someone for personal or legal reasons.