Can someone hire a private investigator to follow another person in today's society?

If so, what measures can be taken to prevent this from happening?

Yes, every day in this country, hundreds of private investigators are retained to follow subjects for various legal issues. We do not know how to prevent someone from hiring a PI to follow you. There are measures to consider when you think you are being followed:

1.) Conduct counter-surveillance measures yourself. (Go down a one-way street and make stops, pulling over to the side)

2.) Be conscientious about your area of travel.

3.) Have your vehicle “swept” for monitoring devices.

4.) Hire a professional to conduct counter-surveillance.

5.) Change your routines.

6.) Don’t share location information online.

7.) Change your daily routines and habits.

8.) Notice unfamiliar vehicles and activities in your neighborhood.

Many private investigators are thoroughly trained professionals who are skilled in the art of surveillance. They also are keenly aware of counter-surveillance tactics and your detection efforts. Candidly, even given their level of expertise, using the above suggestions will go a long way to ensure your peace of mind.

Cost of Hiring a Private Investigator to Follow Someone Discreetly

Expect to pay between $70 and $150 per hour for surveillance services. However, actual fees may be slightly higher or lower based on your city and the case complexities. You might pay even more for nighttime investigations. The amount charged goes towards equipment purchase, repair or replacement, surveillance vehicle rentals, the actual stakeout, and post-surveillance reporting. If you hire an experienced team of PIs you stand to save more money in the long run. They have the best equipment and proven strategies for speedy case resolution so no long hours of costly inefficiency.