Ryan Garry, Minneapolis criminal defense attorney, on whether you should hire a private investigator. He emphasizes the critical role of a private investigator in building an effective criminal defense. Through his experience, he has seen how valuable independent investigation can be, noting that his firm uses a private investigator in nearly every felony case and frequently in misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor matters as well. Police investigations are often conducted quickly, with evidence overlooked and witnesses left uncontacted. A private investigator can revisit the evidence, work alongside defense counsel, and uncover exculpatory information that may significantly impact the outcome of a case. He explains that in matters ranging from DWI to murder, independent investigation has led to dismissals or favorable plea agreements by demonstrating that prosecutors either charged the wrong person or failed to consider critical evidence before filing charges.