Private Investigator in Moraga, CA — Surveillance Is Our Specialty
Bear Witness is the private investigator in Moraga that families, attorneys, and businesses call when they need facts, not guesses. Moraga is a town of about 17,000 people in Contra Costa County. We are a veteran-owned, California-licensed firm (PI #18755), and surveillance is what we do best.
From infidelity and custody cases to workers’ compensation fraud and litigation support, we keep our caseload small so every Moraga client works directly with the investigator in the field — and gets a clear answer, documented to the standard California courts expect.
Moraga Surveillance Investigations: Our Specialty
As a Moraga private investigator, surveillance is the core of what we do. We document activity legally, discreetly, and in a way that holds up in court.
Mobile Surveillance
We follow the subject by vehicle through Moraga and beyond, keeping distance and cover so they never know we are there.
Static Surveillance
We hold position at the locations that matter to your case and record activity with time-stamped video.
Two-Investigator Teams
Team surveillance covers multiple exits and keeps a moving subject in sight in heavy Northern California traffic.
Every Moraga surveillance plan is built around where your subject actually lives, works, and spends time — not a generic template.
What Our Moraga Private Investigators Handle
Whatever the situation, the work comes down to documenting the facts lawfully and clearly.
Personal Cases
- Infidelity & cheating spouse — a clear, factual answer for Moraga clients who suspect a partner.
- Nanny & daycare surveillance — documenting how a caregiver treats your child, within California privacy law.
- Runaways & missing persons — finding someone who has left Moraga or stopped answering.
Family Law Cases
- Divorce investigations — documentation that supports your attorney’s strategy.
- Child visitation — a factual record of exchanges and visits.
- Child support — documenting employment and income the other parent may not be reporting.
- Cohabitation — proof of a live-in partner when spousal support is at stake.
- Lifestyle investigations — showing how someone actually lives when income or need is in dispute.
- Child custody — facts that help a court decide what is best for your child.
Business Cases
- Business partner surveillance — verifying what a partner or associate is really doing.
- Injury claims — verifying the extent of claimed injuries through lawful observation.
- Insurance defense — field work that supports a strong defense.
- Employee theft — documenting internal theft and misconduct before you act.
- Workers’ comp fraud — documenting claimant activity across Contra Costa County.
Law Firm Cases
- Evidence gathering — court-ready documentation for litigation.
- Records research — court, property, business, and public records research.
- Court testimony — our investigators testify to what they observed.
- Witness statements — tracking down witnesses in Moraga and beyond.
- Surveillance — defensible surveillance your team can rely on at trial.
- Evasive subpoena service — service on people who don’t want to be found.
The Bear Witness Difference in Moraga
Not every Moraga private investigator specializes in surveillance. Here is what makes Bear Witness different.
Surveillance Specialists
We specialize in surveillance, so your case gets investigators who do this every day.
Available 24/7
Nights, weekends, holidays — we work when your subject is active.
Direct Access to Your Investigator
We limit our caseload, so you talk to the investigator working your case — not a call center.
Statewide Coverage
Coverage across Southern, Northern, and Central California, including all of Contra Costa County.
Licensed & Veteran-Owned
A veteran-owned firm licensed by the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.
Absolute Discretion
Your case is never discussed with anyone outside the firm, and the subject never knows we were there.
What Our Clients Say
Real reviews from Bear Witness clients across California.
“James, thank you for stepping in and helping out our law firm! You came highly recommended to us by a colleague as the go-to-guy for all things surveillance. Good communication skills & excellent work!”
“I can’t believe you got the evidence so quickly! Something that had been bothering me for 2 years was put to rest after one day of your surveillance. I finally have the truth in my hands and can move on with my life now.”
“Thanks for the great investigation. This was my first time hiring a private investigator and you guys really made it a positive experience. The surveillance video and information your company obtained really helped me out in making a tough decision. I appreciate all your hard work and personal attention.”
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Where Moraga Cases Are Heard
Moraga sits roughly 11 miles from Martinez, the Contra Costa County seat, where the main Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa facilities are located.
Divorce, custody, support, and civil cases involving Moraga residents are generally filed in the Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa. We document every case with that courtroom in mind: dated, time-stamped, gathered legally, and backed by testimony if needed.
About 84% of Moraga households own their homes. Stable, quiet neighborhoods mean residents notice unfamiliar cars, so residential surveillance here takes careful positioning.
Also Serving Near Moraga
Cases rarely stay inside one city limit. From Moraga, we regularly work:
Straight-line distances from Moraga.
How Hiring a Private Investigator in Moraga Works
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Free Consultation
Tell a licensed investigator what you know and what you need confirmed. Completely confidential.
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Plan & Estimate
We build a plan around your subject’s routine in Moraga and give you a written estimate before any work begins.
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Surveillance
Your investigator documents activity with time-stamped video and keeps you updated.
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Report & Evidence
You receive a clear written report, photos, and video — plus testimony if needed.
Moraga Private Investigator FAQs
Do you also cover Lafayette and Orinda?
Yes. Lafayette is about 3 miles from Moraga and Orinda about 4 miles, and both are part of our regular coverage in Northern California.
How far is Moraga from the Contra Costa County courthouse?
Moraga is roughly 11 miles (straight-line) from Martinez, the Contra Costa County seat, where the main Superior Court of California, County of Contra Costa facilities are. Some matters are heard at branch courthouses; your attorney can confirm the location.
What does a private investigator in Moraga do?
We document facts for personal, family law, business, and legal cases — most often through surveillance, along with background research, people location, witness statements, and process serving.
Do you specialize in surveillance?
Yes. Surveillance has been Bear Witness’s specialty since 1996, and it is part of nearly every case we handle in Moraga and across California.
How quickly can a Moraga case start?
Most cases begin within a day or two of your first call, once we agree on a plan.
Do you handle workers’ compensation and insurance claims?
Yes. We conduct claimant surveillance and claim investigations for employers, insurers, and defense counsel.
Do I need to meet in person?
No. Most Moraga clients handle everything by phone, from the first call to the final report.
How do I verify your license?
Look up PI License #18755 on the California Department of Consumer Affairs license search.
Can you document cohabitation for a spousal support case?
Yes. Under California Family Code section 4323, a supported spouse living with a partner can create a presumption of decreased need for support. We document cohabitation for you and your attorney.
Ready to talk to a private investigator in Moraga? Call 1(877)PROOF-24/7 for a free, confidential consultation.