FAQs

A court-approved GPS ankle device tracks your location 24/7, confirming you stay within authorized boundaries. The device transmits data to a monitoring center and has a battery life of five-plus days between charges. Violations are reported directly to the court.

SCRAM CAM is an ankle bracelet that tests for alcohol through your skin around the clock. An ignition interlock device (IID) requires a breath sample before your vehicle will start. Courts may order one or both depending on the offense and sentencing conditions.

Investigators use surveillance, witness interviews, background checks, and document reviews to assess a child's living conditions and parental behavior. At Alden Wheeler Detective Agency, this is a core specialty - all findings are compiled into a comprehensive, court-admissible report for your attorney.

Yes, when collected legally. Drone evidence must follow FAA regulations, privacy laws, and chain-of-custody protocols. Alden Wheeler Detective Agency uses time-stamped, cryptographically logged data with encrypted uploads - all prepared specifically for courtroom presentation.

Counter-surveillance sweeps use specialized electronic detection equipment to scan for hidden cameras, microphones, and GPS trackers. Investigators also perform physical inspections of rooms, vehicles, and digital networks to identify unauthorized monitoring devices.

Investigators commonly expose staged accidents, exaggerated injury claims, falsely reported thefts, and contractor bid-rigging schemes. Surveillance, witness interviews, and background research are used to document inconsistencies between a claimant's statements and their actual behavior.

It varies by case complexity. Simple domestic or fraud cases may yield usable evidence within days, while custody or criminal matters can take weeks of documented observation. An initial briefing helps set realistic timelines based on the specifics of your situation.

A 16-panel screen tests for a wider range of substances than a standard test, including prescription drugs, synthetic opioids, and other commonly abused compounds. Courts frequently order them in custody disputes, DUI cases, and probation compliance monitoring.

Thermal and infrared sensors detect heat signatures invisible to the naked eye - useful for locating missing persons at night, identifying illegal dumping, surveying property damage, or uncovering activity in heavily wooded or dark areas where standard cameras fail.

Investigators use a combination of physical surveillance, GPS tracking where legally permitted, social media analysis, and background checks to document patterns of behavior. Our experience shows that photographic and video evidence gathered over multiple days builds the strongest case for court.

After a court order is issued, the Sentinel-certified device is fitted at one of our offices. You will receive instructions on charging, boundary rules, and compliance expectations. Alden Wheeler Detective Agency provides ongoing 24/7 support and submits regular compliance reports to the court.

Absolutely. Evidence must be obtained legally and ethically to hold up in South Carolina courts. This means no trespassing, no illegal wiretapping, and maintaining a documented chain of custody. Working with experienced investigators helps ensure nothing you need gets excluded on a technicality.