Can Surveillance Cameras Have Audio?
Many modern cameras do feature built-in audio capabilities, such as microphones for "listen-in" and this is perfectly legal in the UK, but their use is strictly regulated. Specific covert cameras for surveillance come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and can be used to record both visual and audio at close range. This footage will need to be carefully edited when presenting to the client to ensure no other parties feature, but an unedited copy is always kept for any legal proceedings.
Is Surveillance Legal
The first thing we should ask “is surveillance legal” Yes surveillance in UK is legal, it is particularly important that surveillance is conducted in a public place, to be in accordance with RIPA - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/regulation-of-investigatory-powers-act-2000-ripa/regulation-of-investigatory-powers-act-2000-ripa - although as a private company this is not actually necessary, it is best practice. It may be necessary to follow the subject for a long period of time, whilst in a public place, on foot, in a vehicle, on public transport, entering shopping malls, pubs and restaurants. It is very important to identify people they meet and if possible, record the conversations, but sometimes they meet with people who have nothing to do with the assignment, care must be taken not to identify them, the same with children. The camera never lies!
What Is Surveillance
The covert observation or monitoring of a person by whatever means; for the purpose of a specific investigation or specific operation to lawfully gather intelligence / evidence, for crime, adultery, information or intelligence. Basically, following someone around to see what they get up to, without being identified.
Surveillance is literally following the subject wherever they go, recording movements and who they meet, carried out by an experienced team to gather specific evidence or intelligence in order to prove or disprove the specific request from the client, we do not believe in one-man surveillance, it is unprofessional, we would recommend deploying a minimum of a three-man team, but with protracted surveillance we often have to use a larger team so as not to be compromised. The purpose of surveillance is to gather intelligence and monitor movements. It spans multiple sectors, adapting its goals to fit specific operational needs.
Specialist Equipment
Our teams use the most up-to-date equipment that can be covertly installed in a vehicle or body worn, so as not to identify them, this allows them to record physical surveillance and also at times audio recordings, which is particularly important in criminal prosecutions. On occasions we have used drone technology on premises that are not easily viewed, with aerial images observing exactly what they are doing, this was praised by the Police team we were working with.
Surveillance Services
Surveillance is important for many private investigation businesses, so here at Surelock it is important to get it right and provide the best possible services for our clients. We have been praised on many occasions, by our clients, the courts and the police for providing accurate reports following a surveillance operation. We provided national coverage for all our surveillance services.
Domestic
Domestic – which often includes what is commonly known as “cheating partners”, can provide evidence required to assist clients and their legal cases where instigated.
Sadly, in our experience, in over 95% of the cases referred to us, the clients' worst fears are usually proven to be true. In one particular case, we followed the wife of our client and on the very first day, she drove to a hotel met a man in the bar and then went to a room for just over an hour, when leaving they went to the car park and then started to perform in the back of the man’s Volvo estate, all recorded.
Whether you suspect infidelity, need evidence for a legal case, or want to ensure your child's safety, our domestic surveillance services can provide you with the answers you seek
Corporate
Corporate – our corporate surveillance services are crafted to keep business one step ahead of potential risks.
From internal issues such as employee misconduct, theft / fraud and external threats like corporate espionage, we provide the intelligence you need to protect your assets and maintain your competitive advantage
Accident Injury
Accident injury services involve discreet monitoring of individuals who have made injury claims, either from workplace incidents or accidents in public places. Insurance companies rely on us to observe claimants over time, gathering video evidence of their daily activities. This footage often reveals the true extent of their injuries, either validating or disproving their claims. The quality of our surveillance in such cases has been praised by the courts in legal proceedings
Investigative Surveillance
Investigative surveillance services we specialise in delivering premier investigative surveillance services to help you uncover the truth and collect the evidence you need. Whether it’s for legal matters, corporate investigations, personal concerns or assisting the police / authorities in gathering intelligence about the commission of crime. Our experienced teams use the latest technology, specially equipped vehicles, covert camera’s, on occasions drones and other methods to monitor activities discreetly and provide results you can rely on
What Evidence Do We Supply.
With all our surveillance operations, we supply a detailed log of events with selected images, that show the movements, particularly physical, we supply an edited copy of the recording with the original always available for any proceedings. The quality of our surveillance reports has been commended on occasions in contested cases by the Judge. As our surveillance is conducted fairly and captured on film, it is very rarely contested.
What Are the Costs.
We are by no means the most expensive in the industry, we work strictly to an hourly rate, our costs are £60 per hour per operative, plus travel, mileage and necessary expenses, well within the norm for our industry.
What Should I Do Next.
If you have these fears do not hesitate to contact us, we will discuss all the options, so you know the costs and exactly what is involved.
You will be in safe hands, so if you have a need for this professional service, please contact us –
C: www.surelock.org/contact-us
T: 0333 6000 300
