(800) 949-8521

Confidentiality Guaranteed

(800) 949-8521

Confidentiality Guaranteed

10-8 Protective Services, LLC.

7087 West Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44512

(800) 949-8521

Need answers now? Family owned and operated private investigators on call 24/7

Private investigator serving Youngstown, Warren, major Ohio cities, and Mercer and Lawrence County, Pennsylvania with professional investigative services.

There is always a path forward, and our team is ready to assist. Call (800) 949‑8521.

Why Clients Trust Us

01 - Experience That Brings Clarity

When circumstances feel uncertain, professional experience becomes essential. Our investigative background provides clients with confidence that their case is managed with skill, care, and steady professionalism.

02 - Privacy You Can Depend On

When circumstances become uncertain, seasoned expertise is indispensable. Our investigative background ensures every case is managed with precise skill, measured care, and unwavering professional authority.

03 - Licensed and Trustworthy

Licensed by the Ohio Department of Homeland Security under PISGS License #20242100534950, our agency operates with full legal authority and strict professional accountability. Every case is managed lawfully, ethically, and with uncompromising standards.

Trusted. Discreet. Confidential Services You Can Rely On

Clients trust 10-8 Protective Services for accurate, legally defensible results in sensitive and emotionally charged investigations. Every case is executed using a structured investigative methodology, supported by verified facts, clear communication, and comprehensive documentation, handled with complete discretion.

Private Investigation

Clients trust 10-8 Protective Services for accurate, legally defensible results in sensitive and emotionally charged investigations. Our statewide services include infidelity and cohabitation cases, child custody and domestic inquiries, trademark and intellectual property investigations, workers compensation and insurance fraud, disability claims, missing persons, social media and digital investigations, background checks, skip tracing, elder abuse investigations, and FMLA or employee misconduct cases.


Every investigation is executed with meticulous detail, a structured investigative methodology, and a commitment to verified facts, supported by clear communication, comprehensive documentation, and complete discretion.


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process serving

Reliable and legally compliant process serving is available in Youngstown, Ohio; Warren, Ohio; Hermitage, Pennsylvania; Sharon, Pennsylvania; New Castle, Pennsylvania; Franklin, Pennsylvania; Oil City, Pennsylvania; and Clarion, Pennsylvania. Our special process server holds standing orders in Mahoning and Trumbull County, Ohio, allowing for expedited, court‑authorized service.


We provide domestication services for out‑of‑state subpoenas, ensuring proper filing, compliance with Ohio procedural requirements, and timely service once domesticated. We also serve subpoenas, summons, complaints, eviction notices, writs, family law documents, restraining orders, and other court‑required filings. Every service is completed with due diligence and supported by detailed proof of service for full legal compliance.


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Fingerprinting

Livescan Fingerprinting

Fast, secure, and fully compliant BCI and FBI background checks are available at our Youngstown location, providing dependable fingerprinting services for employment, licensing, certification, and regulatory purposes. Our office proudly supports individuals and organizations throughout Boardman, Canfield, Poland, Campbell, Struthers, Hubbard, Brookfield, Masury, Austintown, Girard, Niles, Warren, and communities across the greater Mahoning Valley.


In addition to electronic submissions, we provide traditional FBI FD 258 ink card fingerprinting and BCI civilian background check cards for agencies, employers, licensing authorities, and individuals who require physical fingerprint cards. Our process is designed to ensure precise ink card impressions, accurate electronic transmissions, clear guidance from start to finish, and a professional environment that supports the needs of applicants, businesses, and organizations seeking timely and compliant Ohio WebCheck fingerprinting services.

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Notary Public

Notary Services

Notary services are available both at our office and through convenient mobile appointments throughout Boardman, Canfield, Poland, Struthers, Hubbard, Austintown, Girard, Niles, and Warren. We provide dependable and accessible notarization for individuals, families, and businesses across the Mahoning Valley who require documents to be verified promptly, accurately, and in full compliance with Ohio notarial standards. Our service area extends throughout Mahoning County, Trumbull County, and Columbiana County, ensuring that residents across Northeast Ohio have reliable access to professional notary support whenever important documents need to be executed.


We notarize a wide range of documents, including power of attorney, wills, trusts, affidavits, sworn statements, real estate documents, loan signings, business agreements, school forms, medical authorizations, adoption paperwork, vehicle titles, and many other personal and professional records. Every notarization is completed with thorough identity verification, clear guidance at each step, and careful attention to detail to ensure your documents are properly executed, legally recognized, and fully compliant with Ohio law.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What types of investigations does 10-8 Protective Services, LLC offer in Mahoning County?

    We specialize in infidelity, cohabitation, child custody, child support, skip tracing, missing persons, and intellectual property investigations. All services are confidential and court admissible.

  • Are your investigators licensed in Ohio?

    Yes. Our team includes licensed private investigators with backgrounds in fugitive recovery and law enforcement, ensuring legal compliance and investigative precision.

  • Can you help locate a missing person in Trumbull County?

    Absolutely. We use advanced skip tracing and surveillance techniques to locate individuals across Warren, Niles, and surrounding areas.

  • Do you provide surveillance for domestic cases in Columbiana County?

    Yes. We offer discreet surveillance for infidelity, cohabitation, and custody disputes in Lisbon, East Liverpool, and Salem.

  • Is your investigative work admissible in court?

    All findings are documented to meet evidentiary standards and are admissible in Ohio courts. We provide notarized reports and affidavits upon request.

  • Are you a court-appointed process server in Mahoning County?

    Yes. We are appointed by the Mahoning County Court of Common Pleas and serve legal documents with full compliance across the General, Domestic Relations, and Juvenile Divisions.

  • What types of documents do you serve?

    We serve subpoenas, summonses, complaints, protection orders, petitions, and court notices throughout Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana Counties.

  • What are your service levels and fees?

    Routine: $75 (5–7 business days), Expedited: $129 (1–3 business days), Same-Day: $199. Each includes up to three attempts and a notarized affidavit.

  • Do you offer document posting services in Boardman and Youngstown?

    Yes. Document posting is available for $55, with same-day options and notarized affidavits of posting included.

  • How do I submit documents for service?

    Email to serve@10-8protectiveservices.com or mail to 7087 West Blvd, Youngstown, OH 44512. A $0.15 per-page fee applies for documents over 10 pages.

  • Are you an authorized Ohio WebCheck provider?

    Yes. We are certified to perform BCI and FBI background checks in compliance with Ohio Revised Code (ORC) standards.

  • What are your fingerprinting rates?

    BCI: $40, FBI: $40, Combo: $70. Discounts available for law enforcement, military, veterans, and seniors.

  • Do you offer mobile fingerprinting in Columbiana County?

    Yes. Mobile services are available in Lisbon, East Palestine, and surrounding areas for groups and individuals.

  • What professions require fingerprinting under Ohio law?

    Teachers, healthcare workers, real estate agents, childcare providers, law enforcement applicants, and concealed carry permit holders must comply with ORC fingerprinting requirements.

  • Can Pennsylvania residents use your services for Ohio employment?

    Yes. We accommodate cross-state background checks for PA residents working in Ohio, ensuring full compliance.