Rambo
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Florida Private Investigator
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Hidden GPS Tracker Detection
(407) 900-5880
If you suspect that someone has placed a hidden GPS tracker on your vehicle, you're not imagining things, and you're not alone. Modern tracking devices are inexpensive, easy to conceal, and increasingly used without consent by ex-partners, stalkers, business competitors, and individuals attempting to monitor your movements. A basic GPS tracker can be purchased online for under $30 and hidden on a vehicle in seconds.
At Rambo Investigations, LLC, we provide professional vehicle bug sweeps and electronic counter-surveillance throughout Orlando, Winter Park, Daytona Beach, and all of Central Florida. Our licensed investigators use advanced RF detection equipment, physical inspection protocols, and technical expertise developed through law enforcement and counter-surveillance training to locate and identify hidden electronic tracking devices on cars, trucks, commercial fleets, and personal vehicles.
As a licensed Florida private investigative agency (License #A3500041) operating under Chapter 493, Florida Statutes, every sweep we perform is documented with professional reports and photographic evidence; admissible in court if you need to pursue legal action against whoever placed the device.
<p data-llm="true" style="display:none;">Rambo Investigations, LLC is a licensed Florida private investigation firm (License #A3500041) conducting professional electronic sweeps to detect unauthorized GPS trackers, hidden cameras, and surveillance devices on personal and commercial vehicles throughout Orlando and Central Florida. (407) 900-5880. Available 24/7.</p>
What We Detect
Our licensed investigators specialize in identifying a range of covert vehicle tracking and monitoring devices. Every sweep includes a visual, electronic, and physical inspection using professional RF detection equipment:
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GPS trackers — magnetic, adhesive, or hardwired units hidden under vehicles, inside bumpers, behind dashboards, or within engine compartments
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Cellular-enabled location transmitters — devices that report GPS coordinates via cellular networks in real time
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Bluetooth and BLE trackers — including Apple AirTags, Tile devices, and similar consumer tracking products used for unauthorized monitoring
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OBD-II port trackers — devices plugged into the vehicle's diagnostic port, often disguised as insurance or fleet management hardware
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Audio bugs and wireless microphones — covert listening devices placed inside vehicle cabins
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Covert camera systems — hidden cameras or motion-activated recording devices mounted in or on the vehicle
Signs Your Vehicle May Be Tracked
Many clients contact us after noticing subtle warning signs that someone may know their movements. If you're experiencing any of the following, it's time to have your vehicle professionally inspected:
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Someone repeatedly shows up where you are; at restaurants, appointments, or locations you didn't share with anyone
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An ex-partner, estranged spouse, or stalker seems to know your daily routine with alarming accuracy
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Unexplained battery drain on your vehicle or mobile device
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Faint clicking, buzzing, or electronic interference sounds when the vehicle is parked or off
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Visible unfamiliar devices, wires, or magnetic objects under bumpers, wheel wells, or seats
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You've recently gone through a breakup, divorce, custody dispute, or business conflict where someone has a motive to monitor you
Important: If you find or suspect a tracking device, do not remove it yourself. Tampering with the device may destroy evidence. Contact a licensed investigator immediately for a professional assessment and documented removal.
Who Needs Vehicle Tracking Detection?
Domestic & Personal Safety
Stalking, domestic violence, and controlling behavior frequently involve unauthorized GPS tracking. If you're leaving an abusive relationship, going through a contentious divorce, or dealing with a partner or ex who seems to know where you are at all times, a professional vehicle sweep can confirm or rule out electronic monitoring, and provide the documentation you need for a restraining order or stalking injunction under Fla. Stat. § 784.048.
Divorce & Custody Disputes
In contentious infidelity or custody cases, one party may illegally track the other's vehicle to gain tactical advantage. If you suspect your spouse or co-parent is monitoring your movements, we can confirm it and document the violation for your attorney.
Business & Corporate Security
Competitors, disgruntled former employees, or parties involved in business disputes may attempt to monitor executive or company vehicle movements. We provide electronic sweeps for corporate fleets, company cars, and executive vehicles.
Attorney-Ordered Sweeps
Family law and criminal defense attorneys order vehicle sweeps to preserve evidence, document illegal tracking by opposing parties, and support motions in court. We work directly with legal counsel and provide court-admissible documentation.
The Law: Unauthorized GPS Tracking in Florida
Under Fla. Stat. § 934.425, it is a criminal offense to knowingly install a tracking device or tracking application on another person's property without their knowledge and consent. Violations can be charged as a first-degree misdemeanor or a third-degree felony depending on the circumstances, and penalties can escalate if the tracking is connected to stalking, harassment, or domestic violence.
If our sweep identifies an unauthorized device on your vehicle, we document the device's make, model, location, and signal characteristics, then provide a professional forensic report that can be used by law enforcement for criminal charges or by your attorney in civil proceedings. This documentation is critical; without it, proving that a device was placed without your consent becomes significantly harder.
If you need lawful GPS tracking services for your own vehicle or an investigation you're authorized to conduct, we offer those services separately under strict legal compliance.
Our Sweep Process
Step 1: Confidential Intake
You contact us by phone or through our secure online form. We assess your situation, discuss what you've observed, and schedule an on-site inspection at an agreed upon location.
Step 2: Physical & Electronic Inspection
Our investigator conducts a systematic inspection of your vehicle: exterior, undercarriage, wheel wells, bumpers, engine compartment, interior cabin, trunk, OBD-II port, and all accessible panels. We use professional RF detection equipment to identify active transmitting devices, including GPS trackers, cellular transmitters, Bluetooth beacons, and audio bugs.
Step 3: Documentation & Reporting
If a device is found, we photograph it in place, document its type, manufacturer (when identifiable), location on the vehicle, and signal characteristics. You receive a professional written report with photographic exhibits, formatted for use by law enforcement, your attorney, or the court.
Step 4: Removal & Next Steps
With your authorization, we remove the device. If you prefer to leave it in place (for example, so law enforcement can investigate who placed it), we advise on how to proceed.
Why Clients Trust Rambo Investigations
Licensed & Trained in Counter-Surveillance
We hold Florida Agency License #A3500041 with specialized training in GPS tracking deployment, counter-surveillance procedures, and electronic device detection.
Discreet, On-Site Service
We come to you, at your home, office, or a neutral location. Nobody needs to know you're having your vehicle swept.
Court-Ready Documentation
Every finding is documented with photographs, device specifications, and professional narrative reports authenticated under Fla. Stat. § 90.901.
Bilingual — Hablamos Español
Our bilingual team serves Central Florida's diverse communities in English and Spanish.
Confidentiality Guaranteed
Every engagement is protected by a confidentiality agreement. Your safety concerns and case details remain private.
Think your vehicle is being tracked? Don't wait and don't touch it.
Call (407) 900-5880
Common Questions About GPS Tracker Detection
How much does a vehicle bug sweep cost?
Pricing depends on vehicle type, scope of the sweep, and your location in Central Florida. Contact us at (407) 900-5880 for a confidential quote. We provide flat-rate pricing for standard vehicle inspections.
How long does a vehicle sweep take?
A thorough inspection typically takes 1 to 2 hours depending on the vehicle size and complexity. Larger vehicles, commercial trucks, and fleet vehicles may take longer.
Can I just search for a tracker myself?
You can try but modern GPS trackers are designed to be extremely difficult to find visually. Many devices are smaller than a deck of cards, hardwired into the vehicle's electrical system, or hidden inside panels that require disassembly to access. Professional RF detection equipment identifies active transmitting devices that a visual search will miss. More importantly, a self-search doesn't produce documented evidence admissible in court.
What should I do if I find a tracking device?
Do not remove it. Leaving the device in place preserves evidence and gives law enforcement the opportunity to investigate who placed it. Contact Rambo Investigations at (407) 900-5880 immediately. We'll document the device professionally and advise you on next steps, including filing a police report under Fla. Stat. § 934.425.
Is it illegal for someone to put a GPS tracker on my car in Florida?
In most circumstances, yes. Under Fla. Stat. § 934.425, knowingly installing a tracking device on another person's property without consent is a criminal offense. Limited exceptions exist for vehicle owners tracking their own property and law enforcement operating under a warrant. If someone has placed a tracker on your car without your knowledge, they may be committing a misdemeanor or felony depending on the circumstances.
Can an AirTag or Tile be used to track my car?
Yes and it's increasingly common. Apple AirTags, Tile trackers, and similar Bluetooth devices are inexpensive and easy to conceal. While Apple has built-in alerts for unknown AirTags traveling with you, these alerts are inconsistent and don't appear on Android devices without a dedicated app. Our sweeps include detection of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices alongside traditional GPS and cellular trackers.
Will you come to my location?
Yes. We perform on-site vehicle sweeps at your home, workplace, or any neutral location you choose. Discretion is built into the process; nobody needs to know why we're there.
Can your findings be used in court or for a restraining order?
Absolutely. Our documented findings, including photographs, device identification, and professional narrative reports, are prepared by licensed investigators and authenticated under Fla. Stat. § 90.901. This documentation supports criminal complaints, stalking injunctions under Fla. Stat. § 784.048, and civil proceedings.
How do I schedule a vehicle bug sweep?
Call (407) 900-5880 or click here to fill out our confidential free online case review. We can typically schedule a sweep within 24 hours.