State-approved firm with certified detectives
Private detective Alpes-Maritimes (06) – AzurX, discretion & admissible evidence
Based in the Alpes-Maritimes (06) and CNAPS approved, AzurX operates throughout the Alpes-Maritimes: Nice, Cannes, Grasse, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Menton, Monaco, Villeneuve-Loubet, Beausoleil, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Vence and all the communes of the Côte d'Azur.
Infidelity, disappearance of a loved one, family or industrial tribunal dispute: we conduct our investigations in complete confidentiality, using legal, fair and proportionate methods.
Our reports are admissible in court and can be used by your lawyer.
Free quote < 1 hour via the contact page.
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Accredited and operational firm covering the entire department (06)
appointment network in the major cities of the 06
confidential investigations (family / businesses)
Reports usable by lawyers/courts
availability & speed (quote < 1 hour)
Intervention Zone
French Riviera
Antibes
Cannes
Nice
Sophia-Antipolis
Grasses
Monaco
Thanks to a proven local network , AzurX — Private Detective in Antibes covers the entire French Riviera: Cannes, Nice, Sophia-Antipolis, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Grasse, Mougins, Vallauris, Juan-les-Pins, Mandelieu-la-Napoule, Menton, Monaco and the hinterland of the Alpes-Maritimes. This local presence allows us to intervene quickly (7 days a week) , with absolute discretion, and to mobilize, as needed, already qualified local resources to ensure the continuity of investigations and surveillance, without compromising on quality or confidentiality.
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Our areas of intervention in Aples-Maritimes (06)
Legal framework & admissibility of our reports
The profession of private investigator (private detective) is regulated by Book VI of the Internal Security Code: legal definition (art. L621-1 ), authorization to practice for the firm/manager, and CNAPS professional card for the agent (art. L612-20 ; issuance procedures: R612-12 et seq.). This guarantees competence, integrity, and ongoing administrative oversight.
In civil procedure, the burden of proof rests with the judge : the burden of proof (Article 1353 of the Civil Code) , the obligation for each party to present the necessary facts ( Article 9 of the Code of Civil Procedure ), and the admissibility of evidence "by any means" if it is relevant and legally admissible. In practical terms, our observations/appendices provide your lawyer and the judge with the necessary information, in accordance with the law.
Since the plenary session of the Court of Cassation (December 22, 2023) , courts have been applying a proportionality/necessity test : evidence obtained unfairly may exceptionally be admitted if it is essential to the rules of evidence and proportionate to the stakes. AzurX strictly prioritizes lawful, fair, and proportionate means to safeguard your interests and ensure the admissibility of your case.
What is prohibited (to protect you and the value of the case)
The following are criminally punishable (extracts): clandestine recording of private conversations, photos/videos in private places, geolocation of a person without consent (art. 226-1 Penal Code).
What we do legally in Nice
Discreet observations in places accessible to the public (routes, rhythms, presences).
OSINT/documentaries (open sources), voluntary interviews.
Traceability : time-stamped dates/places, site plans, annexes (photos taken in a lawful context), chain of custody.
Structured and objective report , designed for legal review (clarity, neutrality, proportionality), in line with the "by all means" proof in civil matters.
Information to be included
CNAPS identity & details : authorization to practice (company/manager) + agent's professional card number.
Area of intervention : Nice within the city walls (Old Nice, Carré d'Or, Port Lympia, Cimiez, Libération, etc.).
Compliance clause : “Interventions carried out in compliance with the CSI – Book VI, articles 1353 of the Civil Code and 9 of the Code of Civil Procedure, and the provisions of the Penal Code art. 226-1 relating to privacy.”
Frequently asked questions in the Alpes-Maritimes
1) Are AzurX private detective reports admissible?
Yes. A report prepared by a CNAPS-approved private detective is admissible in court if it is obtained through lawful, fair, and proportionate means. This includes: observations in public places, documentary research, voluntary interviews, and annexes (time-stamped photos, maps).
Excluded: wiretapping, hacking, intrusions or clandestine recordings (Criminal Code 226-1/226-2).
2) What are the legal limits of an investigation in the Alpes-Maritimes?
The profession is governed by Book VI of the Internal Security Code and controlled by the CNAPS. AzurX complies with:
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the legality of the means (no GPS on a third-party vehicle, no illegal access to data, no private home without consent);
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the proportionality and fairness of investigations;
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the GDPR (specific purpose, limited retention, data security).
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3) How does a mission with AzurX in the Alpes-Maritimes work?
After a free quote (< 1 hour) via the contact page, a written mandate is signed (subject, scope, authorized resources, budget, duration). A retainer may be requested.
During the mission: regular reports, compliance with the legal framework.
At the end: detailed report with documented evidence (photos, chronology). If necessary, AzurX can intervene in a hearing to explain its findings.
Elodie M., Antibes
“I was having doubts about my relationship and needed reliable evidence. AzurX, a private investigator based in the Alpes-Maritimes region, conducted the investigation discreetly. The report was clear, legal, and helpful, allowing me to move forward with confidence.”
SD, Cannes / Sophia
“In an unfair competition case, AzurX, a CNAPS (National Center for Public Health) accredited professional, collected usable and admissible evidence. Their professionalism helped secure our case.”