Criminal Defense Investigation Services

Uncovering the Facts That Can Change the Outcome of a Case

When someone’s freedom is on the line, you need more than reasonable doubt — you need hard evidence. At Sunbelt Investigative Services Group, we provide professional criminal defense investigations to support attorneys, legal teams, and public defenders across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas.

Our team has the law enforcement experience, tactical skill, and legal understanding required to gather credible, admissible evidence that strengthens your defense strategy. From uncovering new witnesses to identifying investigative errors, we leave no detail overlooked.

Sunbelt ISG is contracted by the Florida Justice Administrative Commission. Clients represented by public defenders may be eligible for private investigative services at no cost to them.

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Why Criminal Defense Investigations Are Essential

Even the most competent legal defense can fall short without supporting facts. Law enforcement agencies may overlook key details or focus on confirming guilt — not uncovering the full truth. That’s where an independent investigator becomes critical.

A qualified criminal defense investigator can:

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Identify inconsistencies in official reports

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Locate and interview new or overlooked witnesses

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Verify alibis or timelines

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Reconstruct crime scenes

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Uncover police misconduct or procedural violations

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Find and analyze new digital or physical evidence

Our Criminal Defense Investigation Services

Sunbelt ISG’s services are tailored to each case and its unique challenges. We coordinate closely with attorneys to align our investigative approach with your legal strategy — ensuring all work supports courtroom requirements.

Our Core Services Include:

  • Witness Location & Interviews
    We track down and professionally interview witnesses who can support your client’s version of events. Every interview is documented, recorded (with consent), and transcribed if needed.

  • Scene Reinvestigation
    Crime scenes often hold overlooked evidence. We revisit scenes to identify contradictions, environmental details, or omitted items.

  • Evidence Review
    We audit police reports, forensic records, chain-of-custody documents, and digital files for accuracy, consistency, and legal compliance.

  • Surveillance for Defense
    In some cases, active surveillance can prove innocence, verify an alibi, or monitor a person of interest.

  • Digital Forensics Support
    Our digital forensics experts can recover deleted texts, metadata, geolocation data, and other electronic evidence that supports your client’s story.

  • Expert Witness Coordination
    Need a forensic expert, psychologist, or ballistics analyst? We help identify, vet, and coordinate with credible professionals.

Who We Support

We partner with legal professionals at every level:

  • Criminal Defense Attorneys

  • Public Defender Offices

  • Wrongful Conviction Projects

  • Innocence Organizations

  • Family Law Attorneys (when criminal elements are involved)

From pre-trial discovery through post-conviction appeals, we operate with strict professionalism, detailed reporting, and a sharp focus on supporting the defense.

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What Makes Sunbelt ISG Different?

At Sunbelt Investigative Services Group, we’re not just former law enforcement or military — we’re seasoned professionals who know how to work within the legal system and under pressure.

Why Legal Teams Choose Us:

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Multi-State Coverage – Active in FL, GA, AL, MS, LA, TX

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Licensed, Experienced Investigators

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Courtroom-Ready Reports and Documentation

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 24/7 Case Availability

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Chain of Custody Protocols Observed

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Testimony Available When Needed

FAQs

  • Can you investigate an open case before trial?

     Yes. We work proactively with attorneys to uncover new leads, verify claims, and gather defense evidence before and during trial.

  • Is your evidence admissible in court?

     Absolutely. All investigations are conducted legally, and our reporting follows strict standards to ensure admissibility.


  • Do you offer services for appeals or post-conviction cases?

     Yes. We often work on wrongful conviction reviews, new evidence discovery, and sentence mitigation efforts.


  • Can you work with public defenders?

     Yes — we proudly support public defense teams and understand the unique time and resource constraints they face.


  • Will your team testify in court?

     Yes. Our investigators are available to testify regarding their findings, surveillance efforts, or procedural flaws uncovered.


Ready to Strengthen Your Legal Defense?

The stakes are too high for assumptions. Partner with Sunbelt Investigative Services Group and get an experienced investigative team working behind the scenes to uncover the facts your case needs.