Frequently Asked Questions

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DKMP Professional Investigations offers a range of private investigation services including criminal defense investigations, Qui Tam investigations, healthcare fraud and medical provider investigations, employee background checks, fraud and identity theft investigations, surveillance, service of Civil Process, and skip tracing for those dodging official Service of Process. If we do not offer a specific service, we are always happy to assist in the search for an investigator in our network who may provide the service(s) requested. 

NOTE: Any service of civil process work will be handled by DKMP, LLC's process server entity, One Serve:  www.oneservemi.com email: dkmp@oneservemi.com .

The length of an investigation varies depending on the specific case, but we will provide you with an estimated timeline and keep you updated throughout the process.

The owner of DKMP Professional Investigations spent over 30 years working for the United States Government in various roles. Over 22 of those years were spent working as a sworn federal law enforcement officer, to include over 15 years as a Criminal Investigator (Special Agent). Other law enforcement assignments included the detection, prevention and interdiction of those involved in human and narcotics smuggling along the Southwest Border of the United States. After 9/11, the owner transferred to another federal agency which routinely deployed to assess, address and mitigate varying potential risks and threats to civil aviation transportation and travelers. The owner also spent over 20 years in the U.S. Air Force/U.S. Air Force Reserve, where he retired at the rank of Master Sergeant (E-7).  

Since retiring from federal service and starting DKMP, the owner has been actively involved in various investigations and security/surveillance details. DKMP looks forward to the opportunity to meet your investigative needs!

Yes, DKMP Professional Investigations is fully licensed, bonded and insured to provide private investigation services. Michigan Professional Investigative Agency License #3701208206. 

The owner and principal investigator of DKMP Professional Investigations maintains active membership in the Michigan Council of Professional Investigations (MCPI), Michigan Court Officers, Deputy Sheriffs and Process Server Association (MCODSA), and the National Association of Professional Process Servers (NAPPS) . The owner is a Criminal Defense Investigative Training Council (CDITC) Criminal Defense Specialist, as well as a MCODSA Certified Process Server. 

The costs involved in an investigation depend on multiple factors. Prior to any service we will assess your needs and provide a detailed written quote which addresses the agreed upon services. We do require most clients to provide a retainer up front based upon a written agreement signed by both the client and the owner of DKMP Professional Investigations.