When a child is taken in violation of a custody order, every moment counts. We locate children, gather court-admissible evidence, and work alongside law enforcement and family courts to bring your child home safely.
When a parent or family member takes a child in violation of a custody order, law enforcement often treats it as a "civil matter" and may be slow to act. Meanwhile, your child is being kept from you illegally.
At SEARCH Investigations, we understand the urgency. We act immediately to locate the child, document violations, and build an evidence package that supports both criminal prosecution and family court enforcement of your custody order.
Custodial interference causes lasting psychological harm to children. The longer a child is kept from their custodial parent, the greater the damage. We prioritize the child's safety and well-being above all else.
Investigation
Every custody situation is unique. We have the expertise and legal knowledge to handle all types of custodial interference cases.
A parent takes or conceals a child in direct violation of a court-ordered custody arrangement. We locate the child and gather evidence for criminal prosecution.
A parent consistently refuses to return a child at designated times, withholds visitation, or violates specific terms of the custody agreement.
A parent takes or retains a child across international borders. We coordinate with federal authorities and leverage the Hague Convention framework.
Grandparents or extended family members who interfere with legal custody arrangements by hiding or refusing to return a child.
A non-custodial parent flees with the child to another state or goes into hiding to avoid court-ordered custody arrangements.
Ongoing violations of divorce custody terms including relocation without consent, failure to return children, or concealment of a child's location.
Custodial interference cases require a careful balance of urgency and legal precision. Every action we take is designed to protect the child and strengthen your legal position in court.
We do not engage in confrontation or vigilante recovery. We locate, document, and work through proper legal channels to reunite you with your child safely.
Legal Strategy
We deploy cutting-edge tools that most agencies don't have access to.
DJI Matrice M30T fleet detects body heat day or night, covering vast areas in hours
Analyze phone data and tower pings to trace last known movements and locations
Advanced location analysis using multiple data sources and movement patterns
Certified search dogs for live find and cadaver detection in any terrain
Social media analysis, email tracing, and digital footprint tracking
Access to investigative databases and resources not available to the public
From your first call to locating your child, here's what to expect.
Call us at 877-619-9890 any time, day or night. We'll gather initial information about your custody order and the situation.
We review your custody order, coordinate with your attorney, and develop a strategic plan to locate your child and build evidence.
Once engaged, our team begins immediately—deploying surveillance, digital forensics, and investigative resources to locate your child.
You'll have direct communication with our lead investigator. We coordinate with your attorney and law enforcement throughout.
Don't wait another minute. Call us for a free, confidential consultation. Our team is standing by 24/7.
877-619-9890