What Information Should I Bring When Meeting With a Defense Investigator?

Preparing for your meeting with a defense investigator begins with gathering the information, documents, and evidence that will help the investigator quickly understand your case and begin developing an effective investigative strategy.

In reality, that misconception can cost valuable investigative opportunities. An experienced defense investigator does not expect you to arrive with a perfect case file. The purpose of the initial meeting is to begin developing an objective understanding of the facts, identify what information already exists, determine what evidence may still be preserved, and establish an investigative plan. The most important things you can bring are honesty, the information you already have, and a willingness to begin the process before valuable evidence disappears.

Whether you have only a few documents or an entire file, an early meeting allows the investigation to begin while witnesses can still be located, memories remain fresh, and evidence is still available.

Download the complete Authority Publication to learn what information is most helpful during your first meeting, common mistakes to avoid, and how proper preparation helps build a stronger defense investigation from the very beginning.