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NJ Licensed Private Detective Agency #9452

The Truth Is Out There.
We Find It.

Prime Investigations Group LLC is a licensed New Jersey private investigator (NJ PI #9452) based in Glenwood, Sussex County — bringing law enforcement expertise to private investigation. Skip tracing, infidelity surveillance, background checks, social media OSINT, and attorney legal support throughout New Jersey, with complete discretion and court-ready results.

10+
Years Law Enforcement
24/7
Available
NJ
Licensed & Insured
Free
Consultation
NJ PI License #9452
Law Enforcement Background
Court-Admissible Evidence
Glenwood, NJ & Statewide
100% Confidential

Who We Are

Professional Investigation
with a Law Enforcement Edge

Prime Investigations Group LLC is a licensed New Jersey private detective agency based in Glenwood, Sussex County, NJ. Every case is handled personally by an investigator with hands-on law enforcement experience — bringing real-world investigative judgment, professional documentation standards, and results that hold up where it matters most: in court, in negotiations, and in life. We serve individuals, families, and attorneys throughout New Jersey, with concentrated local coverage in Vernon, Glenwood, Highland Lakes, McAfee, Sussex, Wantage, Hamburg, Franklin, Sparta, Newton, West Milford, and surrounding northern New Jersey communities.

What We Do

Investigation Services

Who We Serve

Built for Every Client

Individuals & Families
Suspecting a cheating partner. Searching for a missing loved one. Worried about who someone really is. You need answers — we get them with compassion and complete confidentiality.
Dating & Online Safety
Meeting someone new online? We verify who people really are before you let them into your life. Background checks, social media investigations, and identity verification.
Attorneys & Law Firms
Civil litigation, criminal defense, family law. Court-admissible reports, professional documentation, and reliable turnaround times your practice can count on.
Neighborhoods & Communities
Moving to a new area? Want to know who lives near your home or school? Our neighborhood criminal search identifies offenders within any defined geographic radius.

Why Prime Investigations

The Difference Experience Makes

01
Law enforcement background
Real investigative training and field experience — not just a license. A decade in law enforcement brings credibility that matters in court and in the field.
02
You work with us directly
No handoffs to junior staff. Every case is handled personally from intake to final report — you always know who is working your case.
03
NJ-specific expertise
Deep knowledge of New Jersey law, courts, and regulations. Evidence gathered in compliance with NJ statutes and admissibility standards.
04
Complete discretion
Your case, your privacy. We operate with strict confidentiality on every engagement — personal, legal, or corporate.

How We Work

A Clear, Transparent Process

Every engagement follows the same straightforward path — from your first call to the final written report. No surprises, no hidden fees, and full clarity on what we're doing and why.

01
Free Confidential Consultation
Call (862) 314-0787 or send a message. We'll listen, ask clarifying questions, and tell you honestly whether we can help — no obligation, no pressure, completely confidential.
02
Scope & Quote
We agree on the service that fits your situation, quote a flat fee or retainer upfront, and put it in writing. Most flat-fee research services start within 24–48 hours of engagement. Rush starts available.
03
Investigation Conducted Personally
Every case is handled directly by a licensed investigator with 10+ years of law enforcement experience. No junior staff, no outsourcing. Updates are provided as the case develops — through whatever channel you prefer.
04
Court-Ready Written Report
Findings delivered through secure channels: detailed written report, timestamped photo and video evidence where applicable, surveillance logs, and sworn affidavits. Court testimony available when needed.

Where We Work

Service Area Across Northern New Jersey

Prime Investigations Group LLC is based in Glenwood, Sussex County, New Jersey and provides licensed private investigation services across Sussex, Bergen, Passaic, Morris, and Warren counties — reaching over 5 million New Jersey residents across our local in-person service footprint. Skip tracing, background checks, and online OSINT investigations are available statewide across all 21 New Jersey counties and nationwide across all 50 states.

Sussex County, NJ — Primary Service Area
Local in-person investigations · based in Glenwood
VernonVernon TownshipGlenwoodHighland LakesMcAfeeSussex BoroughWantageHamburgFranklinHardystonStockholmSpartaNewtonAndoverHopatcongStanhopeByramStillwaterBranchvilleLafayetteFrankfordOgdensburgHamptonFredonGreen TownshipSandystonMontagueWalpack
Bergen County, NJ
In-person investigations · New Jersey’s most populous county
HackensackParamusFort LeeTeaneckEnglewoodMahwahRidgewoodFair LawnGarfieldLodiBergenfieldCliffside ParkLyndhurstRutherfordEast RutherfordHasbrouck HeightsEdgewaterPalisades ParkTenaflyWyckoffWestwoodRamseyPark RidgeMontvaleAllendaleSaddle BrookDumontNew MilfordMaywoodRiver EdgeOradellClosterCresskillGlen RockElmwood ParkFranklin LakesOaklandSaddle RiverUpper Saddle RiverMidland ParkWaldwickDemarestEnglewood CliffsHo-Ho-KusEmersonHillsdaleRiver ValeWashington Twp.Wood-RidgeFairviewLeoniaRidgefieldRidgefield ParkNorthvaleNorwoodOld TappanHarrington ParkHaworthBogotaWallingtonCarlstadtLittle FerryMoonachie
Passaic County, NJ
In-person investigations · adjacent to Sussex & Bergen
PatersonCliftonPassaicWayneWest MilfordHewittRingwoodBloomingdalePompton LakesWanaqueHaledonNorth HaledonHawthorneLittle FallsTotowaWoodland ParkProspect Park
Morris County, NJ
In-person investigations available
MorristownParsippanyParsippany-Troy HillsRandolphMadisonDenvilleChathamFlorham ParkHanoverEast HanoverBoontonMontvillePequannockLincoln ParkKinnelonButlerRiverdaleRockawayRockaway TownshipDoverMount OliveMount ArlingtonWhartonNetcongRoxburyJefferson TownshipMountain LakesMorris PlainsMorris TownshipLong HillMendhamChesterMine HillHardingWashington Twp.
Warren County, NJ
In-person investigations available
HackettstownBlairstownHardwickAllamuchy
Statewide NJ & Nationwide Reach
Remote-deliverable services · database, OSINT, and skip-trace investigations
All 21 NJ countiesAll 50 US statesSkip tracing nationwideBackground checks nationwideOnline & OSINT investigationsLicense plate lookups (DPPA-compliant)

Don't see your town listed? We serve every municipality in New Jersey. Call (862) 314-0787 — if it's a New Jersey case, we can help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About NJ Private Investigators

Straight answers to the questions most people ask before hiring a New Jersey private investigator. Still have questions? Call (862) 314-0787 for a free confidential consultation.

How much does a private investigator cost in New Jersey?
Pricing depends on the service. At Prime Investigations Group, flat-fee research services start at $100 for a license plate lookup, $199 for a basic people locate, $300 for social media or IP investigations, $350 for a skip trace on someone actively hiding, and $400 for a full personal background investigation. The Infidelity Investigation Package is a $750 flat fee. Field surveillance is $125 per hour with a 4-hour minimum and a $2,000 retainer. Attorney support starts at $150/hour with a $1,500 minimum retainer. Every engagement begins with a free confidential consultation — no surprises, no obligation.
Are private investigators legal in New Jersey?
Yes. Private investigators are legal in New Jersey, but anyone working as a private detective in NJ must be licensed by the New Jersey State Police Private Detective Unit under N.J.S.A. 45:19-8 et seq. Prime Investigations Group LLC holds NJ Private Detective License #9452. Always verify a private investigator's NJ license before hiring — if a "PI" can't show you a license, walk away.
What can a licensed private investigator legally do in NJ?
A licensed New Jersey private investigator can: conduct surveillance from public spaces, run skip traces and people locates using professional investigative databases, perform background checks, conduct social media and OSINT investigations, run license plate lookups under permitted DPPA exceptions, locate witnesses and missing persons, gather court-admissible evidence for attorneys, and document findings in formal written reports. A licensed PI cannot trespass on private property, hack accounts, illegally record private conversations, impersonate law enforcement, or place GPS trackers on vehicles they do not own.
How do I hire a private investigator in Vernon, NJ or Sussex County?
Call (862) 314-0787 or send a message through the contact form. The investigator will discuss your situation in a free confidential consultation, recommend the service that fits, quote a flat fee or retainer, and only proceed when you approve the scope and budget. There is no obligation from the consultation. Most cases can begin within 24 to 48 hours of engagement, with rush starts available for an additional $50.
How long does a private investigation take?
Most flat-fee research investigations are completed within 24 to 72 hours. A basic people locate takes 24-48 hours. Skip traces, background investigations, and social media investigations take 48-72 hours. Surveillance assignments are scheduled around the subject's pattern of life and case goals. Rush starts within 24 hours are available for an additional $50.
Can a private investigator catch a cheating spouse?
Yes. A licensed New Jersey private investigator can document infidelity through legal surveillance, social media investigation, hidden profile discovery, and timestamped photo and video evidence captured from public places. The Infidelity Investigation Package at Prime Investigations Group is a $750 flat fee covering social media investigation, IP and online activity research, and a full written report. Field surveillance can be added at $125 per hour with a 4-hour minimum and a $2,000 retainer. All evidence is gathered in compliance with New Jersey privacy law.
Are findings from a private investigator admissible in NJ court?
Yes — when collected lawfully. Evidence gathered by a licensed New Jersey private investigator is admissible in NJ family court, civil court, and criminal court when the investigator complied with state law, the Driver's Privacy Protection Act, and applicable rules of evidence. Prime Investigations Group provides timestamped photo and video, formal surveillance logs, written investigative reports, and sworn affidavits at no charge on active attorney cases. Court testimony is available at $125/hour with a 3-hour minimum.
What's the difference between a background check and a private investigator?
An automated background check pulls from public-records databases and routinely misses aliases, address gaps, and association data. A licensed private investigator goes further: human-reviewed criminal and civil history, identity verification, social media and OSINT analysis, neighborhood research, license plate lookups, and analyst notes that explain what the data actually means. Prime Investigations Group offers a full Personal Background Investigation for $400 with a 48-72 hour turnaround.
What is skip tracing and how much does it cost?
Skip tracing is the process of locating a person who is intentionally difficult to find or has dropped off the grid. The investigator cross-references multiple professional databases, address pattern data, vehicle records, and known associate information to surface a current location. Pricing: Skip Trace — $350 flat fee, 48-72 hour turnaround. Basic People Locate (for someone who simply lost contact) — $199 flat fee, 24-48 hour turnaround. Both have nationwide reach across all 50 states.
Do you serve my town near Vernon, NJ?
Almost certainly — Prime Investigations Group serves all of New Jersey. Local in-person investigations are concentrated across five counties: Sussex (Vernon, Glenwood, Highland Lakes, McAfee, Sussex, Wantage, Hamburg, Franklin, Sparta, Newton, Andover, Hopatcong, and surrounding towns), Bergen (Hackensack, Paramus, Fort Lee, Teaneck, Englewood, Mahwah, Ridgewood, Fair Lawn, Garfield, Bergenfield, Rutherford, Lyndhurst, Tenafly, Westwood, Ramsey, and most of the county), Passaic (Paterson, Clifton, Passaic, Wayne, West Milford, Hawthorne, Pompton Lakes, Wanaque, Haledon, North Haledon, Little Falls, Totowa, Woodland Park), Morris (Morristown, Parsippany, Randolph, Madison, Denville, Chatham, Florham Park, Boonton, Montville, Mount Olive, Roxbury, Dover), and Warren (Hackettstown, Blairstown). Skip tracing, OSINT, and background investigations are available statewide across all 21 NJ counties and nationwide.
Is everything I tell a private investigator confidential?
Yes. All consultations and case details are kept strictly confidential. Case files are stored securely, findings are delivered through secure channels, and information is never shared with anyone outside the engagement. Confidentiality is one of the firm's three non-negotiables — alongside integrity and results.
Do I need a lawyer to hire a private investigator?
No. Individuals, families, and businesses can hire a licensed New Jersey private investigator directly without an attorney. Many clients are private individuals dealing with infidelity concerns, missing loved ones, dating safety questions, neighborhood research, or background verification. Attorneys also retain the firm for case investigative support — but a lawyer is not required to start.
Can a PI track a phone or place a GPS tracker on a vehicle in NJ?
No. In New Jersey, a private investigator cannot legally track a phone they do not own or place a GPS tracker on a vehicle they do not own or have authorization to monitor. What a licensed PI can do: conduct lawful surveillance from public spaces, document movement through observation, and gather digital evidence through OSINT. Prime Investigations Group only operates within NJ law and the Driver's Privacy Protection Act — full stop.

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Prime Investigations Group LLC — NJ Licensed Private Detective Agency #9452 — Glenwood, NJ 07418

About Us

We Find What Others Miss

Prime Investigations Group LLC is a licensed New Jersey private investigations firm built on real law enforcement experience. We are not a directory service or automated platform. We are investigators — and there is a difference.

10+
Years Law Enforcement
NJ
Licensed & Insured
50
States Nationwide Reach
100%
Confidential

Our Background

Real Experience. Real Results.

Before founding Prime Investigations Group, our lead investigator spent a decade in law enforcement — developing the instincts, techniques, and attention to detail that no certification course can teach.

That background translates directly into every case we take on. We know how evidence is built, how it gets challenged, and how to make sure it holds up where it matters.

How We Work

Personal From Start to Finish.

Every case is handled personally from intake to final report. There are no junior investigators, no outsourcing, and no handoffs. When you hire us, you work directly with an experienced investigator who is accountable to you throughout.

We use professional-grade investigative databases, open-source intelligence techniques, and field research to deliver results that go far beyond what any automated service provides.

Our Commitment

Three Non-Negotiables.

Integrity

We only take cases we can conduct legally and ethically, in full compliance with New Jersey law and the Driver's Privacy Protection Act.

Discretion

Your case details never leave our office. All consultations are confidential and all findings are delivered securely.

Results

We take cases we believe we can move on, communicate clearly throughout, and don't bill hours without progress.

Ready to discuss
your case?

All consultations are free and completely confidential. Call us or send a message — we'll respond promptly.

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Prime Investigations Group LLC — NJ Licensed Private Detective Agency #9452 — Glenwood, NJ 07418

Our Services

What We Investigate

From missing loved ones to cheating spouses — we find the truth, document it properly, and deliver it in a way that holds up.

01
Most Requested
People Locates & Skip Tracing
For families, attorneys, and individuals who need to find someone

Some people don't want to be found. We find them anyway. Using professional-grade investigative databases and field research, we locate individuals who are intentionally difficult to find — quickly, discreetly, and with a documented trail.

  • Missing loved ones — estranged relatives, runaway teens, cut-contact individuals
  • Witness & subject locates for attorneys with court deadlines
  • Heir & beneficiary location for estate and probate matters
  • Nationwide reach across all 50 states
02
Most Sensitive
Infidelity & Relationship Investigations
For individuals who need the truth — handled with compassion and complete discretion

Suspecting a cheating partner is one of the most painful situations you can face. You deserve the truth — clearly documented, legally obtained, and handled with the sensitivity your situation demands. We never judge. We just find the facts.

  • Surveillance & timestamped photo/video documentation — 4 hours included
  • Additional surveillance hours billed at $125/hour
  • Social media & digital investigation
  • Background research on persons of interest
  • Discreet, confidential written report
03
Digital Investigations
Social Media & Online OSINT
For individuals and attorneys who need to know what someone's digital life really looks like

People reveal more online than they realize. We dig deep into someone's digital presence — finding hidden profiles, online associations, and patterns of behavior that tell the real story.

  • Hidden & secondary profile discovery
  • Online relationship investigation & dating safety checks
  • IP address tracking & digital identity verification
  • Social media evidence preservation for legal proceedings
04
Research Services
Background Investigations
For individuals who need the full picture on someone in their life

Automated background check services miss what a licensed investigator finds. We conduct thorough, human-reviewed investigations that go far beyond any database report.

  • Personal background checks — dates, new partners, online connections
  • License plate lookups — registered owner identification
  • Criminal & civil history — NJ and nationwide
  • Identity verification
  • Neighborhood criminal search — map-based area analysis
05
Attorney & Legal
Attorney & Legal Support
Built for law firms who need reliable, professional investigators with a background that holds up in court

We work with criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and civil litigation attorneys across New Jersey. Every case is handled personally — no junior staff, no handoffs — with court-admissible documentation from day one.

  • Witness locates & subject finds
  • Case background research
  • Surveillance & activity documentation
  • Social media evidence gathering & preservation
  • Missing persons & heir locates
  • Sworn affidavit preparation — included at no charge

Not sure which service
you need?

Most clients come to us without knowing exactly which service fits their situation. That's what the free consultation is for.

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Prime Investigations Group LLC — NJ Licensed Private Detective Agency #9452 — Glenwood, NJ 07418

Pricing

Transparent Pricing.
No Surprises.

Every case starts with a free confidential consultation. We'll tell you exactly what we can do and what it will cost before you commit to anything.

Research & Database Services Flat-fee — paid in full upfront, no retainer required
Basic People Locate
For finding someone you've lost contact with who is not actively hiding. Returns current address, phone numbers, first-degree relatives, and basic associate information. Delivered within 24–48 hours as a written report.
$199
flat fee
Skip Trace
For locating someone actively evading or hiding. Cross-referenced across multiple professional databases, address pattern analysis, vehicle records, and known associate research. 48–72 hour turnaround.
$350
flat fee
Personal Background Investigation
Full identity verification, criminal and civil history, address history, associate connections, vehicle records, and social media presence check. Human-reviewed comprehensive written report. 48–72 hours.
$400
flat fee
License Plate Lookup
Registered owner identification, address associated with registration, and vehicle history. Conducted through professional motor vehicle databases available only to licensed investigators.
$100
flat fee
Social Media & Online OSINT Investigation
Hidden and secondary profile discovery, online activity and behavior patterns, association mapping across platforms, and screenshots preserved as evidence. Written report with preserved documentation.
$300
flat fee
IP Address & Digital Footprint Investigation
IP address identification and location tracing, email address investigation, and online identity verification using professional investigative tools available only to licensed investigators.
$300
flat fee
Neighborhood Criminal Search
Map-based criminal search centered on any address. Identifies criminals within a defined radius, sex offenders, crime hotspot mapping, and digital footprint mapping of the area. Written report with visual documentation.
$200
flat fee
Infidelity Investigation
Infidelity Investigation Package
Includes social media and hidden profile investigation, IP address and online activity check, and a full compiled written report. Surveillance hours are available as an add-on and are billed at $125/hour. 100% confidential.
Retainer required for surveillance investigations: $2,000 required before work begins — applied toward all costs. Unused retainer always refunded.
$750
flat fee
Add-On: Surveillance
Surveillance — Field Investigation
Professional field surveillance conducted by a licensed, retired law enforcement investigator. Includes timestamped photo and video documentation, detailed surveillance log, and written summary report. 4-hour minimum. Mileage billed at IRS rate.
  • Half Day (4 hours) — $500
  • Full Day (8 hours) — $1,000
  • Rush start within 24 hours — add $50
Retainer: $2,000 required before field work begins — applied toward all costs. Unused retainer always refunded.
$125
per hour
Attorney & Legal Support
Attorney & Legal Support
Witness locates, case background research, surveillance, social media evidence gathering, missing persons, heir locates. Sworn affidavit preparation included at no charge on active cases.
  • Surveillance — $150/hour
  • Research services — quoted per case scope
  • Court testimony and deposition — $125/hour (3-hour minimum)
  • Net 30 invoicing available for established law firm clients after first paid case
Retainer: $1,500 minimum to begin
Custom
Quote
Billable Expenses — All Clients
$0.67/mi

Mileage

Billed at IRS rate from our office to location and back. Disclosed upfront.

At Cost

Database & Search Fees

Professional investigative databases. No markup.

$75 flat

Sworn Affidavit Preparation

Waived for attorney clients on active cases.

+$50

Rush / Same-Day Start

Cases requiring start within 24 hours of intake.

$125/hr

Court Testimony / Deposition

3-hour minimum. Includes travel time to and from courthouse.

At Cost

Travel Outside Sussex County

Mileage plus time. Client notified before traveling outside normal service area.

Payment Policy

  • Flat fee research services — paid in full upfront, no retainer required
  • Infidelity Investigation Package — $750 flat fee, paid upfront
  • Surveillance add-on — $2,000 retainer required before field work begins, applied toward all costs
  • Infidelity with surveillance — $2,000 retainer required before work begins, applied toward all costs
  • Attorney clients — $1,500 minimum retainer, Net 30 available after first paid case
  • All retainers applied directly toward investigative time and expenses
  • Unused retainer always refunded

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Prime Investigations Group LLC — NJ Licensed Private Detective Agency #9452 — Glenwood, NJ 07418

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