Carlson Investigation Services is dedicated to providing thorough investigations in preparation of civil and criminal cases. We are professional, experienced, and tenacious and we are approved investigators for the
"Colorado Alternate Defense Counsel"

ADC attorneys have used our investigative services in part to help insulate themselves from later allegations of ineffective assistance of counsel asserted by a defendant in a 35C motion. Our investigations have also led to the dismissal of felony cases. As former police detectives we are familiar with rules of evidence, search and seizure, and normal police procedures. We understand the complicated dynamics of criminal cases and will work with the attorney to identify areas of the case to be explored, crucial witnesses to be interviewed and possible violations of constitutional rights. Our experience as police detectives includes investigating homicides, kidnapping, aggravated robbery, other major persons crimes, complex white-collar crimes, criminal impersonation and all types of narcotics crimes. Some cases we have investigated for the defense include: Vehicular Homicide and assault Colorado Organized Crime Control Act (COCCA) Aggravated Robbery Aggravated Assault Child Abuse Sexual Assault on a Child Sexual Assault - Use of Force Sexual Assault - Victim Incapable of Appraising Condition Pandering of a Child Securities Fraud Manufacturing and Distribution of a Controlled Substance The results of the investigation and any additional information are provided to the attorney in clear, concise reports. Our testimony experience is extensive and we are very comfortable as advisory witnesses. Carlson Investigation Services also provides litigation support, process service and skip tracing.

Background on the Colorado ADC:The federal and state constitutions provide that an accused person has the right to be represented by counsel in criminal prosecutions. This constitutional right has been interpreted to mean that counsel will be provided at state expense for indigent persons in all cases in which actual incarceration is a likely penalty. The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel (OADC) was established pursuant to §21-2-101, C.R.S. (Senate Bill 96-205). The OADC is funded to provide representation for indigent persons in criminal and juvenile delinquency cases in which the Public Defender’s office determines that an ethical of interest exists. Statutory Mandate/Directive The Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel is mandated by statue to "provide to indigent persons accused of crimes, legal services that are commensurate with those available to non-indigents, and conduct the office in accordance with the Colorado Rules of Professional Conduct and with the American Bar Association Standards relating to the administration of criminal justice, the defense function." Section 21-2-101(1) (emphasis added). Mission The mission of the Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel is to provide indigent individuals (adults and children) charged with crimes with the best legal representation possible. This representation must uphold the federal and state constitutional and statutory mandates, ethical rules and nationwide standards of practice for defense lawyers. As a state agency, the OADC strives to achieve this mission by balancing the obligation to the criminally accused and the taxpayers of the State of Colorado. The ADC is committed to insuring that indigent defendants receive the best legal services available.

Carlson Investigation Services Company Profile: Carlson Investigation Services provides thorough investigative services to attorneys, government entities, businesses and individuals. We are approved investigators by the Colorado Alternate Defense Counsel and have conducted all types of criminal defense investigations. Carlson Investigation Services provides clients with complete investigations that may include locating witnesses, interviews, public records research and background investigations. The results of the investigation and any additional witness contact information are provided to the client in clear, concise reports. Our testimony experience is extensive and includes criminal, civil, and administrative hearings. We are experienced in investigating major persons crimes, complex white-collar crimes, employee theft or embezzlement and negligent retention. Carlson Investigation Services also provides litigation support, process service and skip tracing. With a wealth of law enforcement experience we have extensive knowledge of police procedures and have taught law enforcement training in the areas of search and seizure, use of force, and investigative tools and techniques. We offer the following services to our clients: Witness Locates Interviews of Suspects and Witnesses Spanish Speaking Investigator and Translation Transcription Service Public Records Research Database Research Background Checks & Investigations Pre-Employment Investigations Litigation & Legal Support Due Diligence Investigations Negligent Retention Investigations Process Service Skip Tracing to Locate People Discovery pickup Court Research and Document Retrieval Our investigator rate is market competitive. Flat rates are also available. Process service that requires surveillance or locating people who are difficult to locate or serve are billed at the standard hourly rate. We have been very successful in locating those difficult to find people when other process servers have been unable to. Process service within Brighton, Henderson, Ft. Lupton, Todd Creek and Great Rock is $45.00 for two attempts. Process service in the remainder of the Denver, Colorado Metro Area is $60.00 for two attempts. Mileage rate is applicable. Other private investigation services are available by request. Carlson Investigation Services is dedicated to providing thorough investigations in preparation of civil cases by drawing on more than a decade of police experience. Our clients in the personal injury field can attest that using our services has increased their settlement offers, resulted in larger jury awards or helped them avoid costly litigation by determining whether a case was worth pursuing. Carlson Investigation Services provides clients with complete investigations that may include nationwide witness location, interviews, public records research and background investigations. We find the people and information others have been unable to. We know where to find homeowners or auto insurance, financial, or background information and understand its relevance to a case. We are skilled interviewers that can not only track down witnesses but have the patience and tenacity to get the important information from them. The results of the investigation and any additional witness contact information are provided to the client in clear, concise reports. Our testimony experience is extensive and includes criminal, civil, and administrative hearings. At Carlson Investigation Services we have the experience, knowledge and professionalism to meet all of these demands. If it exists, we can find the people and information you need to successfully pursue or defend a civil claim. Some of the civil cases we investigated include: Traffic Accidents Wrongful Death Product Liability Premises Liability Negligent Retention Locating Lost Family Members Skip Tracing Carlson Investigation Services also provides litigation support and process service. Law enforcement is overburdened with heavy call volume and increasing demands for their time. Officers and detectives frequently do not have the time, training, or resources to thoroughly investigate a case before making the decision to issue a ticket or file the case with the DA's office. As former police detectives we are familiar with rules of evidence, search and seizure, and normal police procedures. We understand the complicated dynamics of criminal cases and will work with the attorney to identify areas of the case to be explored and crucial witnesses to be interviewed. At Carlson Investigation Services we pride ourselves on thorough investigation; locating witnesses the police may have missed, re-interviewing other witnesses and reviewing police reports and evidence to get a complete picture of the background and all circumstances surrounding a particular incident. Our investigations have lead to the dismissal of felony cases. Our experience as police detectives includes all types of major persons crimes, complex white collar crimes, and manufacturing and possession of narcotics cases. Some cases we have investigated for the defense include: Vehicular Homicide Colorado Organized Crime Control Act (COCCA) Aggravated Robbery Aggravated Assault Child Abuse Sexual Assault on a Child Sexual Assault - Use of Force Sexual Assault - Victim Incapable of Appraising Condition Pandering of a Child Securities Fraud Manufacturing and Distribution of a Controlled Substance If requested we can provide mitigation research packets for the sentencing phase.

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For additional custom background investigation services please call for a quote. Important: The Public Records and commercially available data sources used in these searches have errors. Data is sometimes entered poorly, processed incorrectly and is generally not free from defect. These searches should not be relied upon as definitively accurate. Before relying on any data these searches supply, it should be independently verified. Carlson Investigation Services shall not be liable to any client or third party for any loss or injury arising out of or caused in whole or in part by Carlson Investigation Services acts or omissions in procuring, compiling, collecting, interpreting, reporting, communicating, or delivering our services. Mark Carlson spent eleven years as a police officer, detective, and sergeant in a Denver metro area police department. As the sergeant in charge of the investigations unit Unit, Mark trained newer detectives, provided oversight and direction on major cases and acted as a liaison with the local District Attorney’s Office and other law enforcement and government entities. Mark developed a very good working relationship with these offices and still maintains those professional contacts. Mark would personally investigate politically charged cases, cases receiving extensive media coverage and cases involving other sensitive issues. Mark investigated cases involving employees at school districts and municipal government. Mark received extensive training in the areas of workplace harassment, negligent retention, vicarious liability, and negligent supervision. Mark trained other police officers in areas of search and seizure, crime scene documentation, and use of force. Mark is a trained accident investigator and a certified computer voice stress analyst (CVSA). During his eleven years in law enforcement Mark received many awards including: The Medal of Honor in 2003 for heroism and exemplary performance above and beyond the call of duty involving extreme risk to his life The Adams County Law Enforcement Officer of the Year for 2002 presented by the Adams County Bar Association The Medal of Valor in 1997 for performance above and beyond the call of duty involving risk to his life The Brighton City Manager's Community Service Award in 2002 Other awards included: Brighton Police Department Commendable Service in 2005, City of Brighton Quality Service in 2002, and Brighton Police Department Community Service in 1998.We offer the following services to our clients: Witness Locates, Interviews of Suspects and Witnesses Spanish Speaking Investigator and Translation Transcription Service, Public Records Research Database, Research Background Checks & Investigations Pre-Employment Investigations Litigation & Legal Support Due Diligence Investigations Negligent Retention Investigations Process Service Skip Tracing to Locate People Discovery pickup Court Research and Document Retrieval Our investigator rate is market competitive. Flat rates are also available. Process service that requires surveillance or locating people who are difficult to locate or serve are billed at the standard hourly rate. We have been very successful in locating those difficult to find people when other process servers have been unable to. Process service within Brighton, Henderson, Ft. Lupton, Todd Creek and Great Rock is $45.00 for two attempts. Process service in the remainder of the Denver, Colorado Metro Area is $60.00 for two attempts. Mileage rate is applicable. Other private investigation services are available by request.

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