Business Details
26 Years
experience
Certified Private Investigators in Florida
Covert Options has established itself as a leader in investigative solutions with over 30 years of experience serving clients across Florida and beyond. Founded in 2000 by Kevin Hamill, a seasoned investigator with a military background and extensive private sector expertise, the firm combines discretion with advanced technology to deliver results. Our services span polygraph testing, surveillance, fraud detection, fingerprint analysis, and insurance fraud investigations, supported by a network of highly trained professionals.With a success rate of 98%, we specialize in complex cases including plaintiff attorney support, infidelity surveillance, and employee theft prevention. Our commitment to ethical practices and client confidentiality has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for both individuals and legal professionals. We operate from strategic locations throughout Florida and offer international services through our founder, leveraging cutting-edge equipment and methodologies to meet evolving investigative challenges.
Services
Polygraph Testing
Surveillance Services
Fraud Detection
Fingerprint Recovery
Insurance Investigations
People Location
Infidelity Surveillance
Employee Theft Detection
Latent Fingerprint Analysis
Legal Support Services
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 30 years of investigative experience with 2,000+ completed polygraph tests
- 98% success rate in complex investigations
- Certified polygraph examiners with military investigative training
- Statewide network of experienced investigators
- Advanced surveillance technology with night vision capabilities
Associations and certifications
- Certified PCSOT Polygraph Examiner
- International Academy of Polygraph
What people say
98% success rate
Highly experienced investigators
Advanced surveillance technology
Certified polygraph examiners
Courtroom-ready evidence
Services
Polygraph Testing
Certified polygraph examinations conducted by PCSOT-certified examiners using ZCT, AFMGQT, and UTAH test methodologies. Services include pre-employment screening, infidelity verification, and sex offender testing. Our examiners combine military investigative training with advanced technology to deliver accurate results for legal and personal matters.
Surveillance Services
Customized surveillance programs utilizing high-definition cameras with night vision and GPS tracking systems. Services cover bodily injury claims, workers' compensation fraud, and personal infidelity cases. Our investigators receive specialized training in static and mobile observation techniques to ensure discreet evidence collection.
Fraud Detection
Comprehensive fraud prevention and detection services for businesses, including employee theft investigations and insurance fraud analysis. We implement cost-effective video surveillance systems and conduct forensic examinations of financial records to identify occupational fraud schemes and prevent business losses.
Latent Fingerprint
Advanced latent fingerprint recovery using magnetic powder, cyanoacrylate fuming, and digital photography techniques. Our experts provide courtroom-ready evidence with 15-point comparison charts for legal proceedings, specializing in crime scene analysis and fingerprint identification for criminal and civil cases.
Insurance Fraud
Specialized insurance fraud investigations covering auto claims, healthcare fraud, and workers' compensation cases. Our team conducts surveillance operations and medical record analysis to verify injury claims, with a success rate of identifying fraudulent activity in 98% of cases.
People
Kevin Hamill
Founder & Chief Investigator
Retired military police investigator with Desert Storm experience and French Commando School training. Founded Covert Options in 2000 after 10 years at leading private agencies. Specializes in complex investigations and polygraph testing.
Questions
What services does Covert Options provide?
We offer polygraph testing, surveillance, fraud detection, fingerprint analysis, and insurance fraud investigations for both individuals and legal professionals.
How much does a lie detector test cost?
Basic polygraph tests start at $249, with pricing varying based on case complexity and location requirements.
Do you offer services outside Florida?
Yes, founder Kevin Hamill conducts international investigations in the Caribbean and handles out-of-state cases personally.
How do you locate hard-to-find people?
We access billions of public and private records including credit bureaus, DMV databases, and family records to confirm locations.
What makes your surveillance different?
Our investigators use military-grade equipment including long-range cameras, GPS tracking, and hidden surveillance systems for discreet monitoring.
Can you help with insurance fraud cases?
Yes, we conduct 200+ auto claim surveillance operations annually and specialize in identifying fraudulent injury claims.
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