Privacy Policy

Protecting Your Information with Integrity

SPEAR Background & Investigative Services is committed to safeguarding all client and subject information with the highest standards of privacy, security, and professional discretion. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and retain information during the investigative and informationservices process.

1. Information We Collect

SPEAR collects only the information necessary to perform the service requested. This may include:

Identifying information (name, date of birth, address, SSN when required)
Contact information
Clientprovided documents or data
Publicrecord information
Opensource intelligence (OSINT) findings
Information obtained from commercially available data sources

We do not collect unnecessary or unrelated personal information.

2. How Your Information Is Used

Information is used solely for:

Conducting the investigation or informationbased service requested
Verifying identity when required
Preparing accurate, defensible reports
Communicating with the client regarding their request

SPEAR does not use personal information for marketing, profiling, or unrelated purposes.

3. Data Security & Protection

We maintain strict security protocols to protect all information:

Encrypted intake forms and secure upload channels
Encrypted storage and controlled access
Access limited to licensed investigators and authorized personnel
Secure report delivery through protected channels

We continuously monitor and update our security practices to protect against unauthorized access or disclosure.

4. Data Sources & Limitations

SPEAR uses:

Publicrecord sources
Commercially available data sources
Credentialed investigative platforms (used only when legally permissible)
Opensource intelligence (OSINT)
Clientprovided information

SPEAR does not access restricted lawenforcement systems or confidential government databases.

5. Authorization & Consent Requirements

Self‑Checks: Individuals requesting a report on themselves must provide identifying information.
Third‑Party Checks: A thirdparty investigation requires the subject’s contact information so SPEAR can issue an authorization form.
Signed Consent: No thirdparty investigation proceeds without signed authorization from the subject.

6. Information Sharing

SPEAR does not:

Sell personal information
Share information with third parties for marketing
Disclose information outside investigative or legal requirements

Information may be shared only when:

Required by law
Necessary to complete the service requested
Authorized by the client in writing

7. Data Retention

Information is retained only for the period necessary to:

Complete the investigation
Meet legal, regulatory, or audit requirements
Maintain defensible documentation

After retention requirements are met, data is securely deleted.

8. Federal Privacy Compliance

SPEAR complies with applicable federal privacy and datause laws, including:

Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
GrammLeachBliley Act (GLBA)
Driver’s Privacy Protection Act (DPPA)
Other relevant federal privacy regulations

9. Proprietary Risk Assessment

When included in a report, SPEAR’s structured Risk Assessment categorizes findings as Low, Moderate, or High. This assessment is based solely on documented information and does not include investigative conclusions or subjective judgments

10. Your Privacy Rights

Clients and subjects may:

Request a copy of information provided about them
Request correction of inaccurate information
Withdraw consent (before the investigation begins)
Request deletion of data when legally permissible

Requests are processed in accordance with applicable laws.

11. Commitment to Transparency

Privacy is foundational to SPEAR’s mission. We are committed to:

Clear communication
Ethical data practices
Secure handling of all information
Maintaining trust through transparency and compliance

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, SPEAR will provide clear, direct answers.