Business Details
42 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Private Investigators in Oxnard, CA
Ragan & Associates is a trusted private investigation firm based in Oxnard, CA, serving clients across California for over 30 years. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in delivering discreet, thorough, and legally compliant investigative services tailored to personal, corporate, and legal needs. With expertise in background checks, surveillance, child custody cases, and fraud investigations, we prioritize client confidentiality and satisfaction. As members of the California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI) and the National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS), we uphold industry-leading standards.Our commitment to ethical practices, combined with flexible scheduling and a client-first approach, ensures reliable solutions for even the most sensitive matters. Recognized for our integrity and results-driven methodology, we serve individuals, law firms, and businesses seeking actionable intelligence and peace of mind.
Services
Background Checks
Business Surveillance
Child Custody Investigations
Criminal Investigations
Infidelity Investigation
Insurance Fraud
Judgment Recovery
Legal Support
Private Investigation
Social Media Investigations
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in private investigations across California.
- Our team guarantees complete confidentiality and ethical investigative practices.
- Flexible scheduling accommodates client needs, including weekend appointments.
- Recognized CALI leadership and industry certifications ensure professional standards.
- Client testimonials highlight fast, accurate results and exceptional service.
Associations and certifications
- California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI)
- National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS)
What people say
Fast and accurate
Stellar ethics
Go-to group
Professional team
Timely results
Services
Background Checks
Our Oxnard-based team conducts thorough criminal background checks for employers and individuals. We verify arrest histories, warrants, and fraudulent activities to support informed hiring decisions. Fully licensed and insured professionals ensure accurate, legally compliant reports within tight deadlines.
Business Surveillance
We provide discreet surveillance solutions for businesses suspecting employee misconduct or operational irregularities. Our investigators use advanced techniques to document financial discrepancies, fraud, or policy violations while maintaining legal compliance and operational confidentiality for Oxnard-area companies.
Child Custody Investigations
Our compassionate team conducts child custody investigations to document living conditions and parental behavior. We gather evidence through ethical surveillance methods to support court cases, prioritizing children's safety while maintaining strict confidentiality for Ventura County families.
Criminal Investigations
We assist crime victims and law enforcement with detailed criminal investigations. Our Oxnard specialists collect evidence, interview witnesses, and document incidents to support legal proceedings while maintaining discretion throughout the judicial process for all clients.
Infidelity Investigation
Our licensed investigators offer discreet infidelity investigations using advanced surveillance techniques. We document evidence of marital misconduct while maintaining strict confidentiality, providing legally admissible documentation for divorce proceedings or personal closure in Santa Barbara County.
People
Chad Ragan
Vice President of Administrative Services, CALI
Chad Ragan leads Ragan & Associates with over 15 years in investigative services. As CALI's Vice President, he oversees administrative operations while personally handling complex surveillance and process serving cases for Ventura County clients.
Questions
What private investigation services do you offer in Oxnard?
We provide background checks, surveillance, child custody investigations, criminal case support, infidelity monitoring, insurance fraud detection, and legal document services across Ventura County.
Are your investigators licensed and insured?
Yes, we hold California PI License #25846 with fully licensed, bonded, and insured staff members meeting all state regulatory requirements for professional investigations.
Can you assist with urgent investigation needs?
We offer emergency services and flexible scheduling, including weekend appointments, to address time-sensitive matters like immediate custody concerns or critical legal deadlines.
What areas do you serve beyond Oxnard?
Our services cover Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties, with specialized knowledge of local jurisdictions and court systems to support regional investigation requirements.
Reviews (5)
Janette Magdaleno
Oct 23, 2021
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Chad is the best process server around. He is always able to get the documents served on time and provide our office with a valid proof of service. Definitely recommend Chad when you need the job done right.
Gabriela Reyes
Oct 16, 2021
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Amazing service! We use Chad for almost all of our process serving needs. He is easy to work with and to the point. A quick email to him with a few details about who needs to be served and consider the job done! As one knows, in this field of work, time is of the essence. Chad is one to value our time! His price is reasonable too.
Amazing service! We use Chad for almost all of our process serving needs. He is easy to work with and to the point. A quick email to him with a few details about who needs to be served and consider the job done! As one knows, in this field of work, time is of the essence. Chad is one to value our time! His price is reasonable too.
Jazzmine Meadow
Nov 18, 2020
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Chad has been assisting my company with various items from WC to investigative reporting. His professionalism and reports are impeccable. He is always patient and kind; honest in his abilities and careful with his work. Chad has also helped personally with a civil matter and was very mindful; patient, considerate and his approach and ideas to assist in the matter were very helpful. His tech investigative skills with IPhone; cellular matters, social media has been very useful. All in all; his firm has always met our needs. Owner OXNARD Ca
Lowell Lister
Jun 16, 2020
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So grateful for Ragan and associates. They know how to get the job done and they dont give up no matter how hard it is to serve the person that needs to be served, especially when that person is avoiding you!
Holly Escalante
Jul 17, 2019
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Hired Ragan and Associates, and worked with Chad. He was very effective and was able to located who I was looking for and resolved my issue in a very effective manner. Very professional, timely and responsive. I would highly recomend. Great job, thank you.
