Private detective in Nice (06)

French Riviera: investigation, evidence and confidentiality

Introduction

Are you looking for a private detective in Nice to obtain admissible evidence and act legally ? Whether for a family matter, a professional dispute or a suspicion of fraud, our agency intervenes quickly throughout the 06 (Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Monaco, Menton, etc.) with discretion , methodology and clear quotes .

Why use a private detective in Nice?

• Obtain evidence that can be used in civil, criminal or industrial tribunals.

• Check facts before an important decision (hiring, partnership, separation, business transfer).

• Speed up a procedure thanks to a detailed report and bailiff's reports (if necessary).

• Stay within the legal framework to avoid inadmissibility or dispute of the elements collected.

In Nice, the issues are often local: second homes , seasonality , the Monegasque border , international mobility . Our surveillance plans take this into account (times, flows, events, tourist areas, Promenade des Anglais, Vieux-Nice, etc.).

Our main missions (civil & commercial)

Individuals

• Marital affairs/family life : adultery, breach of custody, concealed cohabitation.

• Search for people (missing, heirs, debtors, witnesses).

• Assets & solvency : lifestyle assessment, address and employer verifications.

• Cyber & e-reputation : identity theft, online harassment.

Businesses & Professionals

• Unfair competition (customer diversion, parasitism, non-competition).

• Abusive sick leave and dual activity .

• Internal theft/fraud : discreet investigations, surveillance, purchase tests.

• Counterfeiting / parallel distribution on the Côte d'Azur and on the Italian/Monegasque border.

Legal framework & compliance

The profession of private detective, called " private law investigator ", is governed by the Internal Security Code (Book VI) and subject to the CNAPS (authorization, professional card). We respect:

• Privacy and professional secrecy.

• The proportionality of means.

• Traceability of operations (requisitions, GDPR monitoring, retention of evidence).

Our reports are dated, sourced and illustrated (photos/videos where relevant) to maximize their admissibility .

Our methodology in Nice

1. Confidential interview (telephone/video or agency) → understanding of the need and feasibility.

2. Investigation strategy : scope, hypotheses, means (surveillance, OSINT, witnesses, mystery shopping, etc.).

3. Clear quote and mandate (objectives, estimated time, deliverables, budget).

4. Implementation : field and digital survey, discreet surveillance adapted to the Nice context (traffic, pedestrian zones, parking, transport, events).

5. Reporting : secure milestones + usable final report .

Case studies (examples)

• Non-competition : former executive based in Nice-Ouest suspected of running a parallel network in Sophia Antipolis → surveillance + digital evidence → cessation of acts + compensation.

• Sick leave : employee on long-term leave seen as a seasonal instructor at Isola 2000 → photo/video documentation and testimonies → disciplinary procedure.

• Family life : child not present at Nice Riquier / Port Lympia → weekend planning, bailiff's report in support.

Prices & quotes

• Feasibility study : free and confidential.

• Hourly rate : depending on the mission, day/night/public holidays.

• Packages : targeted surveys (one-off monitoring, address search, e-reputation audits).

• Transparency : no hidden costs; detailed reporting of time spent and travel.

A written quote and mandate are systematically provided before any action.

How to choose your private detective in Nice?

• Valid CNAPS authorization and professional liability insurance .

• Local experience (knowledge of neighborhoods: Vieux-Nice, Carré d'Or, Cimiez, Libération, Fabron, Magnan, Pasteur, etc.).

• Method (survey plan, deliverables, indicators).

• References & ethics (GDPR, confidentiality of exchanges).

Intervention area

Nice and Alpes-Maritimes (06) : Nice center & hills, Cagnes-sur-Mer , Saint-Laurent-du-Var , Villefranche-sur-Mer , Beaulieu , Eze , Menton , Cannes , Antibes / Juan-les-Pins , Sophia Antipolis , Grasse . Interventions possible in Monaco and the Italian border (Ventimiglia, Sanremo) depending on the file.

FAQ – Private detective in Nice

How much does a private detective cost?

The cost depends on the complexity, the duration of monitoring, and the resources involved. A personalized quote is provided after assessing the needs.

Is the evidence admissible in court?

Yes, if they are obtained fairly and proportionately , while respecting the right to privacy. Our reports are designed to be produced in court.

Can you follow someone everywhere?

No. We respect legal limits (home, private places, prohibited devices) and favor legitimate and traceable means.

Do you intervene in an emergency?

Yes, subject to availability and feasibility, including evenings and weekends in Nice and the Côte d’Azur coast.