Tampa Child Custody Investigator

When a child safety concern or a time sharing arrangement is at stake, what a parent says in court and what they actually do can be very different. Top Gun Investigations documents the truth for Tampa area custody and time sharing cases, to a standard built for Florida family court. We are attorney owned and led by a licensed Florida attorney and private investigator. Call 813-902-0420 for a free, confidential consultation.

Florida equal time sharing presumption

As of 2023, Florida law under Statute 61.13 starts from a rebuttable presumption that equal time sharing is in the best interest of the child. To move a court away from 50 and 50, you need evidence, not allegations. Documented conduct is often what rebuts or supports that presumption.

What the court actually weighs

Florida judges decide time sharing on the best interest of the child, looking at each parent capacity to provide a safe, stable, and consistent environment. Who is actually caring for the child during their parenting time, the condition and safety of the home, and exposure to inappropriate people or situations all matter. Surveillance turns those questions into a factual record.

What custody surveillance documents

We document who is present during a parent time with the child, whether the child is properly supervised, the environments the child is taken into, and patterns of conduct that bear on safety and stability. We deliver video, photographs, and a clear written report your attorney can put in front of the court.

The recording and tracking trap

Parents in a custody fight often try to gather their own proof and end up hurting their case. Florida is an all party consent state under Statute 934.03, so secretly recording conversations can be illegal and inadmissible, and placing trackers can violate Statute 934.425. A licensed investigator gathers evidence the legal way so it helps your child instead of backfiring.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a private investigator help my custody case?

Yes. When a parenting arrangement or a child safety concern is in question, documented conduct is far more persuasive than testimony alone. We produce a court ready record of what actually happens during parenting time.

Is surveillance of the other parent legal?

Documenting activity visible from public vantage points is legal. We follow Florida recording and tracking law so nothing we gather is thrown out or exposes you to liability.

How does the 2023 equal time sharing law affect me?

Florida now presumes equal time sharing is best for the child unless the evidence shows otherwise. Documented conduct is often what it takes to move a court off that starting point.

What does a custody investigation cost?

Cost depends on how many sessions the pattern requires. We give a clear estimate up front, and many custody matters fall in the $1,500 to $3,500 range.

Will the other parent know?

No. Our surveillance is discreet and the other parent will not be aware an investigation is underway.

This page is general information, not legal advice. Every case is different. Consult a licensed attorney about your specific situation.