Licensed Private Investigator – People, Vehicle Owner, and Data Lookups
Whether you need to locate someone, trace an email, or identify a vehicle owner, I deliver accurate results quickly and confidentially — backed by over two decades of investigative experience.
Why Clients Choose Lance The PI
Trusted Investigator with Real-World Experience
I’ve spent decades working investigations across California. Before becoming a private investigator, I served as a police officer — so I know what it takes to collect facts, verify information, and deliver results that stand up in court.
Clients hire me because I’m reliable, local, and responsive. When you need answers, I get them.
Professional Investigation Services
Whether you need to identify a vehicle owner, trace a phone number, or find out who’s behind an email, I use professional databases and lawful methods to get accurate, confidential results. These are my most-requested services.
License Plate Lookup
Find the registered owner of a vehicle for a legitimate legal purpose. Results come from verified databases and are always compliant with the Driver’s Privacy Protection Act (DPPA).
People Search / Skip Tracing
Locate missing persons, witnesses, or debtors. I use private investigator–only resources to deliver verified, up-to-date results quickly and confidentially.
Reverse Address Lookup
Find out who lives or receives mail at a property. Useful for fraud investigations, skip tracing, or confirming address information.
Reverse Phone Lookup
Identify who owns a phone number. Perfect for unknown callers, fraud checks, or verifying suspicious messages before you respond.
Reverse Email Lookup
Identify the person or company behind an email address. Used for verifying online contacts, detecting scams, and investigating fraud.
Data Removal / Privacy Scan
See where your personal information is exposed online. Run a free privacy scan and find out which websites are sharing your data — then remove it.
See Real Field Work
Watch Sacramento’s Real-Time Crime and Fire Activity
When I’m not working on client cases, I’m in the field covering breaking news, police activity, and fire incidents across Sacramento. My live streams show you what’s happening in real time — and the same investigative awareness I bring to every case.
Police Scanner Reviews & Guides
Find honest reviews of the best police scanners for home, car, and field use. I cover models from Uniden, Whistler, and other trusted brands — including the scanner I use every day on my livestreams.
What’s the Range of the Uniden SDS100?
The Uniden SDS100 has an average range of 20 to 50 miles, depending on terrain, antenna, and signal strength. In
What’s the Difference Between the Uniden 436HP and SDS100?
The main difference between the Uniden 436HP and SDS100 is how they handle digital signals. The SDS100 uses Software Defined
What’s the Difference Between the Uniden SDS100 and SDS200?
The Uniden SDS100 and SDS200 are nearly identical in performance. The biggest difference is that the SDS100 is a handheld
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Recent News and Investigations
Catch up on my latest articles and case coverage from across Sacramento. Each post includes behind-the-scenes insights, scanner audio, and verified information direct from the field.