Bank Account Discovery: What You Need to Know
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    Bank Account Discovery: What You Need to Know

    October 8, 20247 min read

    Bank account discovery is one of the most sensitive areas of asset investigation. It requires proper legal authorization and must be conducted in compliance with strict privacy regulations.

    When Bank Searches Are Appropriate

    Bank account searches are typically appropriate for:

  1. Post-judgment asset discovery
  2. Court-ordered investigations
  3. Fraud investigations with proper authority
  4. Fiduciary investigations
  5. Legal Requirements

    Bank account information is protected under federal privacy laws including the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Searches require:

  6. Documented permissible purpose
  7. Often a court order or judgment
  8. Compliance with FCRA if used for credit purposes
  9. What We Can Find

    With proper authorization, bank searches can reveal:

  10. Bank name and branch
  11. Account type
  12. Approximate balance range
  13. Account status
  14. Using the Information

    Bank account information is typically used to:

  15. Execute bank levies
  16. Garnish accounts
  17. Satisfy judgments
  18. Support fraud investigations
  19. The Process

    Our bank account discovery process includes verification of permissible purpose, specialized database searches, and delivery of verified results.

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