Coastline Detectives, Inc. is owned and operated by an experienced Los Angeles private investigator who I refer to when a matter requires licensed, professional fieldwork including, witness locates and interviews, surveillance, background checks, and litigation support. This page is here so visitors can contact Coastline directly and understand the scope of services available.
—Debra S. White
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Coastline Detectives handles investigations statewide from a Los Angeles base, including surveillance, background investigations, family law support, civil litigation support, and locate services.
What to expect:
• Discreet, professional, and well-documented work
• Clear communication and timely updates
• Licensed and insured
Important: Criminal defense investigations are accepted through an attorney only. If you have counsel, please include the attorney’s name and contact information.
How the process works
- Initial intake: You submit the form with a brief summary of what you need.
- Feasibility and scope: We confirm what’s lawful, realistic, and time-sensitive.
- Plan and authorization: A plan and budget is confirmed (and attorney direction if required).
- Investigation and updates: Work begins with documented updates as appropriate.
- Reporting: Findings are delivered in a clear, confidential, and usable format (photos/video/logs and written summary when needed)
Note: If time-sensitive, flag deadlines or upcoming hearings in your first message.
Investigation Services
Coastline Detectives provides licensed investigative services across California for individuals, businesses, and attorneys. Work is handled with a case-specific plan and documented for practical use—whether for personal decision-making, business needs, or litigation support.
Services Offered
- Surveillance and undercover investigations
- Background investigations and due diligence
- Asset searches
- Locate services (people, relatives, witnesses, missing persons)
- Criminal defense investigations
- Family law and custody-related investigation support
- Civil litigation support and documentation
- Service of process support
Legal Matters
For criminal cases or active litigation, Coastline may require coordination through counsel to protect confidentiality and ensure the investigation supports a defined legal strategy.
Why Coastline Detectives
- Licensed and insured investigators
- 20+ years of experience
- Discreet fieldwork with attention to safety and legality
- Clear documentation designed to be usable (reports, photos/video, timelines)
- Professional communication and realistic expectations
If you’re considering hiring a private investigator, the details matter—what’s possible, what’s lawful, and what you can expect in terms of documentation and communication. Below are answers to common questions, including how Coastline handles matters that involve active litigation or criminal allegations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you handle cases outside Los Angeles?
Yes. Coastline handles investigations statewide across California.
Can I hire you directly for a criminal case?
Criminal defense investigations are accepted through an attorney only.
How quickly can you start?
Some matters can begin quickly depending on scope, location, and investigator availability. If time-sensitive, say so in your first message.
What should I include in the first message?
A short summary, the city/area involved, deadlines, and what outcome you’re trying to confirm (or disprove).
Will I get a written report?
When appropriate, findings can be delivered in a clear, usable format, including documentation and written summaries.