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Privacy Policy

Introduction

 

 

Sigma Investigations (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients, site visitors, and investigation subjects. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information obtained through our website [www.sigmainvestigations.com], and during the course of our investigative services.

 

By using our website or engaging our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

 

 

 

1. Information We Collect

 

 

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

 

  • Client-Provided Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and case-related details.

  • Subject Information: As required for lawful investigations, including but not limited to employment, criminal, financial, and educational history.

  • Automatically Collected Information: IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior via cookies or analytics tools when visiting our site.

 

 

 

 

2. Purpose of Collection

 

 

Information is collected to:

 

  • Conduct lawful and authorized background and investigative services

  • Communicate with clients and provide case updates

  • Maintain accurate records for compliance with state and federal regulations

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

 

 

 

 

3. Legal Basis for Processing

 

 

We collect and process information under one or more of the following legal bases:

 

  • Consent (e.g., client-initiated investigations)

  • Performance of a contract

  • Compliance with legal obligations (e.g., Government Code §1031, POST standards)

  • Legitimate business interests related to the provision of investigative services

 

 

 

 

4. Disclosure of Information

 

 

We do not sell personal information. We may disclose information to:

 

  • Authorized law enforcement or regulatory agencies

  • Third-party service providers (e.g., transcription, data hosting) under confidentiality agreements

  • Legal counsel or courts as required by law, subpoena, or court order

 

 

 

 

5. Data Security

 

 

We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no electronic transmission is ever fully secure.

 

 

 

6. Retention

 

 

Information is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes set out above, and to comply with legal and regulatory obligations, including those established by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST).

 

 

 

7. Your Rights

 

 

Under applicable law, you may have rights to:

 

  • Request access to or correction of your personal data

  • Withdraw consent, where applicable

  • Request deletion of non-essential information (unless restricted by legal requirement)

  • Lodge a complaint with a regulatory body

 

 

 

 

8. Minors

 

 

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

 

 

 

9. Changes to This Policy

 

 

We may update this policy periodically. The most current version will be posted on our website with the effective date.

 

 

 

10. Contact Us

 

 

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

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