Licensed and Lawful Investigations in Queensland
Every Magnum investigator operating in Queensland holds a current Queensland security provider class 1 licence, issued and regulated by the Office of Fair Trading under the Security Providers Act 1993. Before you engage any investigator in QLD, ask to see their licence. Magnum makes this easy - we display our credentials upfront on every engagement.
Private Investigation Services in Brisbane
Magnum Investigations handles the full range of private investigation work for Brisbane clients. Our core services include:
- Covert surveillance - stationary and mobile, single or multi-operative, documented with GPS logs, timestamped photographs and admissible video footage.
- Matrimonial and relationship investigations - discreet, respectful, evidence-focused. Results presented in a format suitable for family court or mediation.
- Background checks - pre-employment screening, business partner due diligence, tenancy checks and personal history verification.
- Skip tracing and locate investigations - finding people for debt recovery, estate administration, family reconnection and legal service purposes.
- Factual and insurance investigations - witness statements, scene documentation and activity checks for insurers, solicitors and self-represented claimants.
- Corporate investigations - employee misconduct, internal theft, non-compete breaches and workplace fraud.
- Process serving - professional service of legal documents throughout the Brisbane metropolitan area and South East Queensland.
- Missing persons - compassionate, thorough searches working alongside families and, where appropriate, in coordination with authorities.
Why Brisbane Clients Choose Magnum
Brisbane is a large, spread-out city - investigations that require surveillance across Fortitude Valley, the CBD, Southbank, Logan, Ipswich or the Sunshine Coast hinterland demand local knowledge and operational flexibility. Magnum's Queensland operatives know the terrain. We plan each operation around Brisbane's specific geography, traffic patterns and local context so surveillance is efficient and evidence is clean.
We are also a fully insured firm. Every investigation is carried out under strict chain-of-custody procedures so that any evidence gathered is legally sound and can withstand scrutiny in court, tribunal or mediation.
Private Investigator Brisbane - Costs and Pricing
Magnum Investigations offers transparent, obligation-free quotes for all Brisbane engagements. The cost of a private investigator in Brisbane varies depending on case complexity, the number of operatives required, duration and travel. Straightforward tasks such as a single-operative surveillance shift or a basic background check are typically more affordable than multi-day, multi-operative operations.
What you will not find at Magnum is a rate that pads simple jobs or underquotes complex ones. We assess every case individually and provide a written scope before any work begins. Call us for a free, confidential quote on your Brisbane investigation - we will tell you exactly what is involved and what it will cost.
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Serving Greater Brisbane and South East Queensland
Magnum's Brisbane team covers the full South East Queensland corridor, including the CBD, North Brisbane, South Brisbane, the Gold Coast corridor, Ipswich, Logan, the Redlands, Moreton Bay and the Sunshine Coast. Regional Queensland assignments are assessed case by case - contact us to discuss your location.
Client Reviews
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- Patience C.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Private Investigator Brisbane
Do Brisbane private investigators need a licence?
Yes. All private investigators in Queensland must hold a Queensland security provider class 1 licence, regulated by the Office of Fair Trading under the Security Providers Act 1993. Always verify your investigator's credentials before engaging them.
What types of surveillance can a Brisbane PI legally conduct?
Licensed investigators can conduct covert surveillance in any public place or location where there is no reasonable expectation of privacy. This includes streets, car parks, public buildings and open areas. Surveillance inside a private residence without consent is not lawful.
How much does a private investigator cost in Brisbane?
Costs vary by case type and complexity. Magnum provides obligation-free written quotes before any work begins. Contact us for a free confidential quote on your specific Brisbane investigation.
Can a private investigator's evidence be used in court?
Yes, provided it was gathered lawfully. Magnum follows strict chain-of-custody procedures and prepares reports and evidence packages suitable for use in family court, civil litigation, tribunal proceedings and mediation.
How quickly can Magnum begin an investigation in Brisbane?
We can typically mobilise a Brisbane operative within 24 to 48 hours of engagement, subject to case requirements and operative availability. Contact us to discuss urgent matters.
Does Magnum handle investigations outside the Brisbane CBD?
Yes. Our Queensland team covers the full South East Queensland region including Ipswich, Logan, the Gold Coast corridor, Moreton Bay, the Redlands and the Sunshine Coast. Regional Queensland work is assessed case by case.
Get a Free Confidential Quote
Talk to a licensed Brisbane investigator today. All enquiries are strictly confidential. Contact us or call 1300 792 283 for a free, no-obligation consultation. Magnum Investigations - part of private investigation services across Australia.
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