Seattle Private Investigator | License Plate Recognition (LPR)
License Plate Recognition (LPR) is one of the most powerful investigative tools available today. At Seattle Private Investigator, we leverage advanced LPR technology to locate vehicles, identify movement patterns, and connect vehicles to individuals for both civil and criminal investigations.
Our team works with law firms, corporations, insurance carriers, and public agencies throughout Washington and the United States, providing fast, accurate, and lawfully obtained LPR results supported by comprehensive documentation.
What Is LPR and How It Works
License Plate Recognition (LPR) uses fixed and mobile camera systems to capture and record license plates across millions of locations nationwide. Each capture includes the date, time, GPS coordinates, and an image of the vehicle. These scans are compiled into secure databases that allow investigators to identify where and when a vehicle was seen.
Every LPR record includes:
Plate number and issuing state
Date, time, and precise location of the scan
GPS coordinates and location map
Vehicle make, model, and color
Direction of travel and capture source
Applications of LPR Data
Seattle Private Investigator integrates LPR results into a variety of investigative and legal case types:
Locate Vehicles and Subjects
Track down vehicles linked to individuals or businesses in missing person cases, skip tracing, debt recovery, and asset verification.
Timeline and Pattern Analysis
Identify travel routes, establish movement patterns, and verify or disprove statements through verifiable timestamped data.
Fraud and Insurance Investigations
Verify claims by comparing reported incidents with actual vehicle movement data, often uncovering hidden assets or fraudulent activity.
Civil and Criminal Defense Support
Provide defense attorneys with evidence-based documentation to support case theory, witness impeachment, or timeline reconstruction.
Government and Code Enforcement
Municipal agencies use our LPR data to identify unregistered short-term rental operators, zoning violations, and vehicles tied to regulated properties.
Our LPR Capabilities
Seattle Private Investigator offers a full suite of LPR investigative services, including:
Nationwide license plate searches
Historical lookback and vehicle movement reconstruction
Real-time watch alerts for targeted plates
Vehicle alias and ownership tracing
Cross-matching with public and proprietary databases
Court-ready reports with mapped results and metadata verification
Data Integrity and Legal Compliance
All LPR data used by Seattle Private Investigator is obtained from authorized, law-abiding sources. We adhere to federal and state privacy regulations, and each investigation is documented in accordance with evidentiary standards. Our investigators maintain complete chain-of-custody and audit records suitable for court or administrative proceedings.
We do not use unlawful surveillance methods or unauthorized access to government databases.
Why Clients Choose Seattle Private Investigator
Licensed and insured investigative firm established in 2010
Trusted by government agencies, law firms, and private-sector clients nationwide
Access to billions of LPR captures from across the United States
Accurate, confidential, and fast results — often within hours
Experienced investigators skilled in data interpretation and field verification
Request an LPR Search or Consultation
Whether you need to locate a vehicle, confirm travel history, or develop actionable intelligence, our team delivers reliable results supported by verifiable data.