Private Investigator in Melissa & McKinney, TX

Why Clients Choose 4 Star

• A detective, not a call center. You work directly with Paul Miranda, a retired police detective with 16 years in law enforcement.

• Evidence that holds up. Every case ends with a clear written report and time-stamped photos or video, ready for your attorney or the court.

• Complete confidentiality. Your case information is never shared without your permission.

• Licensed in Texas. Private Investigator License #A28511301 and Process Server Certification PSC #23337.

Our Services

Surveillance & Infidelity Investigations

Discreet surveillance with time-stamped video and court-ready reports.

Background Check Services

Pre-employment, tenant, business and personal checks that go beyond online search sites.

Criminal Defense Investigations

Witness interviews, evidence review and alibi checks for defense attorneys and their clients.

Child Custody Evidence & Surveillance

Documentation of a parent's conduct and the child's living conditions, for you and your attorney.

Skip Tracing & People Locates

Finding witnesses, debtors, lost contacts and people who need to be served.

Certified Process Server

Prompt, documented service of legal papers within about 50 miles of Melissa. Texas certified, PSC #23337.

How It Works

1. Free, confidential call. Tell Paul what's going on. There's no obligation.

2. A clear plan and quote. You'll know what we'll do, how long it takes and what it costs before any work starts.

3. Investigation and report. You get the facts, documented and ready to use.

Serving Melissa, McKinney and All of DFW

Based in Melissa, we work throughout Collin, Dallas, Denton, Tarrant, Rockwall, Kaufman, Ellis, Johnson, Parker, Hunt, Wise and Grayson Counties, including McKinney, Allen, Frisco, Plano, Prosper, Anna, Celina, Dallas, Fort Worth and Sherman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is hiring a private investigator legal in Texas?

Yes. Texas requires private investigators to be licensed by the Department of Public Safety. 4 Star Private Investigations is licensed (#A28511301) and works strictly within the law.

How much does it cost?

It depends on the type of case and how many hours it takes. After a free consultation, you get a clear quote before any work begins.

Is my case confidential?

Yes. We never share information about your case without your permission.

Can you get into someone's phone, email or social media?

No. Accessing someone's accounts or phone without permission is illegal, and no legitimate PI will do it. We work with public records, lawful surveillance and interviews.