It is an investigative enquiry aimed at gathering evidence of possible situations of danger or inadequacy of a parent towards a child in order to ensure the child's safety and well-being.

• It is useful when there are doubts about
• Irresponsible behaviour by the custodial parent.
• Abuse of alcohol, drugs or other dangerous behaviour.
• Frequent visits that are harmful to the child.
• Physical or emotional abuse.

* Violation of the conditions of custody set by the court.

A parent, a lawyer, a legal guardian or a competent authority involved in the child's care.

Yes, as long as the investigation respects privacy laws and takes place in public places or in situations permitted by law.

Yes, we will gather evidence of any behaviour that constitutes abandonment or neglect, such as failure to keep school hours, failure to provide proper care or failure to supervise the child.

We can document suspicious behaviour through observation and witnesses, but specific tests (such as toxicology) must be requested from the relevant authorities.

Yes, we can gather evidence to show that the child is being left with unauthorised or potentially dangerous people.

We can collect

• Photographs and videos documenting the parent's inappropriate behaviour.
• Statements from neighbours, teachers or other relevant people.
• Detailed investigation reports to support an application for sole custody.
• A review of the child's environment.

Yes, all legally obtained evidence can be used in court to support an application for sole care or a review of care arrangements.

You can take the evidence to your solicitor to start legal proceedings and apply for a custody review.