Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Private Investigators in Kentucky
Capital Security & Investigations (CSI) was founded in 2008 by Jim Devasher and James 'Chip' Devasher to address critical security and investigative needs across Kentucky. With over 150 years of combined experience, our team comprises former law enforcement professionals and certified digital forensics experts who deliver specialized services in criminal defense, civil litigation support, surveillance, and security solutions. We prioritize client confidentiality and tailored strategies, leveraging deep local knowledge and advanced technology to resolve complex cases. Our expertise in digital evidence analysis, including mobile device forensics and data recovery, has been recognized in state and federal courts. We serve individuals, law firms, and corporations with a commitment to transparency, ethical standards, and actionable results.Our security installations integrate cutting-edge technology like LPR and thermal imaging to protect homes and businesses. Clients benefit from our nationwide background investigation capabilities compliant with FCRA regulations. Testimonials highlight our success in recovering stolen assets, resolving custody disputes, and exonerating the wrongfully accused. Headquartered in Lexington with offices in Louisville, we serve all of Kentucky and surrounding regions. Our team's law enforcement network and field experience ensure comprehensive solutions for high-stakes cases. We maintain rigorous quality control through documented processes and court-tested methodologies. For over 15 years, CSI has built a reputation as Kentucky's trusted partner for security and investigative excellence.
Services
Criminal Investigations
Civil Litigation Support
Digital Forensics
Surveillance Services
Background Checks
Security Installation
Asset Recovery
Infidelity Detection
Worker's Compensation Fraud
VIP Protection
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined experience in law enforcement and private investigation
- Our team includes certified digital forensics examiners with court testimony experience
- We provide nationwide background investigations compliant with FCRA regulations
- Our security installations feature LPR technology and thermal imaging systems
- We maintain a 98% client satisfaction rate based on verified case outcomes
What people say
Found justice for my family
Exceeded expectations
Instrumental in securing a win
Professional and thorough
Reunited with my grandson
Services
Criminal Investigations
We conduct comprehensive criminal defense investigations for homicide, sexual abuse, and corporate crime cases. Our former law enforcement specialists analyze police discovery, interview witnesses, and build court-ready evidence. Clients benefit from our 34 billion-record database access and 15+ years of experience securing acquittals and reduced sentences.
Digital Forensics
Our certified examiners extract and analyze data from mobile devices, computers, and storage media. Services include deleted data recovery, internet history analysis, and expert court testimony. We utilize specialized tools to recover evidence from encrypted devices and cloud storage systems for civil and criminal cases.
Surveillance Services
We deploy covert surveillance teams with night vision and drone technology to document infidelity and worker's compensation fraud. Our investigators have completed 500+ successful surveillance operations using static and dynamic monitoring techniques. All evidence is collected following strict chain-of-custody protocols for court admissibility.
Background Checks
We perform FCRA-compliant background investigations including national criminal record searches and asset verification. Our process combines 600 million-record database checks with field investigations to confirm addresses and employment history. Services support prenuptial agreements, corporate due diligence, and international criminal record checks.
Security Installation
Our customized security solutions feature LPR cameras, motion sensors, and thermal imaging systems. Security specialist Josh Devasher conducts risk assessments to design systems that deter intrusions and document incidents. We install low-light technology and panoramic surveillance systems for residential and commercial properties.
People
James Chip Devasher
Founder & Investigator
With 15+ years of investigative experience, Chip leads CSI's criminal defense and digital forensics divisions. A former law enforcement officer, he has testified as an expert witness in 20+ trials and specializes in complex fraud cases. He holds advanced certifications in mobile device forensics.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Kentucky with offices in Lexington and Louisville. Our services extend to surrounding states for major cases.
Do you handle corporate investigations?
Yes, we investigate corporate fraud, embezzlement, and intellectual property theft with discreet, court-ready evidence collection.
Can you perform digital forensics on encrypted devices?
Our certified examiners use specialized tools to recover data from encrypted smartphones and computers when legally authorized.
How quickly can surveillance begin?
We typically deploy surveillance teams within 24 hours of case acceptance with no weekend delays.
Are your background checks FCRA compliant?
All our background investigations meet FCRA requirements and include dispute resolution processes.
Reviews (7)
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Sep 30, 2021
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Gregory Pulver
Mar 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
He was on my case immndately and the video surveillance was perfect.The drone is nice touch as well.
He was on my case immndately and the video surveillance was perfect.The drone is nice touch as well.
Franklin & Rapp
Jan 02, 2020
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Our law firm handles a lot of divorce/custody matters. We have used Capital Security & Investigations several times and have always been impressed with their thoroughness, professionalism and hard work. We will keep using them whenever the circumstances warrant. They are our go-to company.
Debra Wilburn
Nov 17, 2019
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I really appreciated the class act of CS&I. I was facing not being able to see my only grandson after the death of my son (his father). After many months in family court, the information provided to me from CS&I made the difference. I cannot be more thankful for the dedication shown to me.
Bud Clevenger
Oct 02, 2019
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Our business uses Capital Security and Investigations for background checks on all of our new hires. Chip is great and very responsive. I would recommend them to anyone wanting a hassle free experience.
Bryan Daley
Aug 07, 2019
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Chip did a great job. He found the information that I needed. I highly recommend CSI, and I will use CSI for my clients needs. You can depend on Chip.
Erin Spaulding
Jun 30, 2019
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The owner was professional prompt and polite. Ask & you shall receive; great timing too! Happy with my experience! :)
