General Public Testimonials

As an Orange County Private Detective Armando Zatarain has helped dozens of people from the general public solve difficult issues. Additionally, Armando has assisted a number of prominent attorneys in difficult and higher profile cases. If you are facing a serious situation which may require legal experise or the help of a professional investigator please call Armando Zatarain right away at 714-454-7711..In the meantim, here's what just a few of the clients had to say about the experience with Armando Zatarain Investigations.

I was being falsely accused of two felony charges. The desperate situation called for someone who could prove my innocence. Armando Zatarain promptly began working on my case by collecting crucial evidence and interviewing key individuals. Armando gave me hope in an impossible situation. Piece-by-piece he partnered with my attorney to build my case. I believe it was because of Armando and his efforts that my charges were reduced to a simple misdemeanor. After the case settlement, Armando even went as far as providing me with a packet to assist in applying for future employment.

I would highly recommend Armando to anyone in need of a private investigator service. Thank you Armando for going above and beyond.

-- Bryan B.

Armando, I would like to thank you for everything you did for me and my husband and the extras. You have a good heart Armando and God will always bless you. You have a big place in our hearts.

Things are better, we talk to mom and grandma but it's hard with mom. I just can't forget what she made us go through. But you were a peacemaker in our family. You will always be remembered in our family, hearts. Thank you again.

-- L.O.

Never having been in a legal situation as the one we had with our son before, it was a great help and our good fortune to have wisely taken the referral from our lawyer to use Zatarain P.I. services. Because we lived in a different state and could not be near our son to deal with his situation, it gave us great comfort to have Armando on our side. Besides the investigative work he did for us, (which was great!), Armando was very approachable and available when ever we felt the need to talk to him and when we needed advice. Because of his law enforcement experience, he was able to answer a lot of questions on the law enforcement end of our situation. We also feel that he was directly responsible for the turn of events that later resulted in the most favorable outcome for our son. Armando showed compassion and sensitivity at a time that we desperately needed it. Because of his work we felt that we truly did the very best we could for our son and we will be forever thankful and grateful to Armando for going what we felt was the extra mile in helping us.

-- B&MH

Thanks so much for your assistance in tracking down assets in our settled case. Your professionalism and perseverance resulted in us being able to collect our judgment.

Armando, I cannot thank you enough for all of your efforts, hard work, professionalism and most of all sincere kindness regarding my case. I feel blessed to have met you and your assistant. Your investigation determined what was perceived as the truth by many was in fact not reality. Your investigation solved my case. With your background in law enforcement, you elegantly communicated the facts of my case to investigators.

You are truly one of the nicest people I have ever met.

-- Mary M.

Armando Zatarain was recommended to us by my brother’s attorney. We retained Armando and he investigated my brother’s case. My brother was facing up to seventeen (17) years in prison and the prospect of two (2) felony strikes on his record.

Armando spoke with several people, including the alleged victim. A pattern of deception and being less than truthful developed regarding the alleged victim. A credibility issue developed regarding the alleged victim. This allowed our attorney the opportunity to meet with the deputy district attorney and negotiate a plea agreement. My brother’s sentence was reduced to two years with credit for time served. He was not given any strikes.

My mother and I are very grateful to Armando and would give him our utmost recommendations.

I cannot thank Armando Zatarain enough for his efforts in my Criminal and Institutional cases. Because of his efforts, instead of the real possiblity of a suspension or expulsion from college, I was allowed to graduate after finishing some community service. I believe his testimony made all the difference in the world. In addition, he came to the table with great character, a calming personality, and the ability to keep me confident that we would pull through. I would gladly work with Armando again if there was ever a need. Thank you again for your knowledge, strength, and hard work!

All of us are very grateful for the help that you provided during our son's ordeal. You not only asked the right questions that applied to our son's case, but you gave us valuable insights about the law, prosecutors, and the court system. Our son has made us proud of his perseverance and we believe he's made a change. Our hope is that he's made a "life long change." Thank you for your advice with regards to how to respond to the entire situation. We felt a lot more secure about the direction we were headed with Armando Zatarain on our team. You were professional, and very reliable every step of the way.

-- Gregg C.

Armando (Zatarain) headed our investigation with a high level of professionalism coupled with sincere caring and consideration of personal feelings. Working with him and his associates made a very unpleasant experience tolerable. I highly recommend Armando's services."