Background Investigative Services for Public Agencies
Law Enforcement, Probation, Corrections & Fire agencies

Gumshoe is an old slang term for a detective, and Gumshoeing is slang for working as a detective. Both first appeared in 1913. Shoes in the late 1800s were made of gum rubber—the soft-soled precursors of the modern sneaker. The phrase “to gumshoe” meant sneaking quietly as if wearing gumshoes.

The Gumshoe Group is a full-service investigation agency licensed, bonded, and insured in California.  Our Investigators are active and retired public safety professionals with an exceptional record and extensive investigative experience.    Our investigations are conducted by industry professionals with the client’s specific needs in mind, paying close attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability.   All investigations are conducted with utmost confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.

Our investigative services are tailored specifically for public safety employers.   We have the resources to handle all types and sizes of background investigation needs, specializing in pre-employment backgrounds for public safety agencies.