When someone moves, changes numbers or stops responding, a case, a debt or a family matter can stall. The Agency Inc. provides skip tracing services in Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC. Our licensed private investigators locate people confidentially and lawfully, so you can move forward with current, verified information.
Since 1985, our team has handled sensitive locate cases for individuals, attorneys and businesses. Call 877-420-1489 for a free, confidential consultation.
What Is Skip Tracing?
Skip tracing is the process of locating a person whose whereabouts are unknown. The term comes from people who “skip” town, but most cases are simpler than that: someone moved without a forwarding address, changed phone numbers or lost touch.
A skip trace typically involves:
- Public and private records research
- Address, phone and employment history checks
- Identifying relatives, associates and other connections
- Field verification to confirm the person still lives or works at a location
A basic online search often returns outdated or incorrect results. A professional skip trace combines database research with investigative judgment, which is what separates a lead from a confirmed location.
Your Skip Tracing Investigator in Maryland, Virginia & DC
Working with a licensed skip tracing investigator means your case is handled by a professional, not run through a search tool. Our investigators have military, legal and law enforcement backgrounds. We build a strategy around your case, keep your information confidential and report only what we can support.
With about 30 operators between Baltimore, MD and Richmond and Virginia Beach, VA, we can follow a subject across state lines rather than stop at a county border.
Skip tracing services in Maryland: From Baltimore and Silver Spring to Columbia and beyond, we locate defendants, witnesses, debtors and missing relatives.
Skip tracing services in Virginia: We serve Northern Virginia, Fredericksburg, Richmond, Williamsburg and the Peninsula.
Skip tracing in Washington DC: We support clients throughout the District and the surrounding metro area.
Locate a Person with a Private Investigator
Sometimes the person you need to find matters to you personally. Our investigators help you locate:
- A missing relative or lost family member
- A former friend or business partner
- Heirs and beneficiaries in an estate matter
- A parent in a custody or support matter
- A person who has disappeared and left no forwarding address
These cases can be emotional. We handle them with discretion and care, and we take the time to understand your situation before we begin.
Skip Tracing for Attorneys and Legal Professionals
Attorneys and paralegals rely on us when a case depends on finding someone. We help law firms locate:
- Defendants who need to be served
- Witnesses for depositions or trial
- Heirs and beneficiaries
- Judgment debtors
- Parties in family law matters
Accurate, well-documented locate work helps process service go smoothly and can support the due-diligence record your case requires. We deliver clear written results your team can act on.
How to Find Someone Who Owes You Money
If you are trying to find someone who owes you money, a current address or workplace is often the first step toward recovering it. We regularly help:
- Individuals owed money by a person who has moved or gone silent
- Landlords and property managers locating former tenants who left owing rent or damages
- Businesses and collection professionals tracking down debtors
- Creditors holding a judgment who need a current location
Once we locate the person, you decide the next step, whether that is a demand letter, service of process or a court filing. Our asset search and place of employment history services can support recovery once the person is found.
Our Skip Tracing Process
- Free consultation. Tell us who you are trying to find, why, and what you already know.
- Case strategy. We choose the best approach for your situation and budget.
- Investigation. We combine records and database research with investigative techniques, and field verification where needed.
- Report. You receive a clear summary of what we found and what we could confirm.
Responsible, Lawful Locates
We locate people for legitimate personal, legal and business reasons only. We conduct our work in accordance with applicable federal and state law. We will decline any request that appears intended to harass, stalk or harm someone.
Why Choose The Agency Inc.?
- Since 1985. Over 40 years of investigative experience
- Licensed private investigators with military, legal and law enforcement backgrounds
- Regional coverage. About 30 operators across Maryland and Virginia, serving Washington DC
- Confidential. Your case and your information stay private
- Se habla español
Skip Tracing FAQs
What is skip tracing?
Skip tracing is locating a person whose current address or contact information is unknown, using records research, databases and investigative fieldwork.
Is skip tracing legal?
Yes, when it is done for a lawful purpose and by lawful methods. We do not use hacking, unauthorized account access or illegal tracking, and we decline requests intended to harm or harass.
What information do I need to start?
A full name helps most. Any last-known address, phone number, date of birth, employer, vehicle or relatives’ names can speed things up, but we can work with limited information.
How long does a skip trace take?
It depends on how much information you have and how hard the person is to find. We’ll give you a realistic timeframe during your consultation.
Can you find someone who has moved out of state?
Yes. Our investigators can follow a person’s trail beyond Maryland, Virginia and DC.
How much does skip tracing cost?
Cost depends on the complexity of the case. See our pricing page or call us for a free consultation.
Need to Locate Someone? Talk to Us Today
Call 877-420-1489 or contact us for a free, confidential consultation with a licensed private investigator.