The SI conducts criminal investigations independently and as a part of an interdisciplinary team of Special Agents and Deputy Attorney Generals to detect and investigate suspected violations that fall under the jurisdiction of DMFEA; identifies, locates and gathers records and evidence to further criminal investigations; assist with search warrants and other official legal papers; organize, review, and analyze evidence, including voluminous banking, business, digital, medical, and paper records; utilize various databases (e.g. DMV, CLETS, Lexis-Nexis) to gather evidence and analyze information/data related to investigations; collect and secure evidence to preserve the chain of custody; identify, locate, contact and interview suspects, witnesses and victims; testify in court and grand jury proceedings; maintaining accurate case files; provides technical assistance and training; prepares clear, concise and accurate reports.