If you're searching for the cost of a polygraph test in Los Angeles, you've probably noticed that prices are all over the map, from ads under $150 to fees of $1500 or more. Both can't be describing the same service. This guide explains what you are actually paying for, what drives the price, and what to ask before you book, based on 30+ years and more than 4,000 examinations.
What Affects the Cost of a Polygraph Test?
Examiner qualifications and experience. Formal training, verifiable APA, CAPE, or AAPP membership, professional experience, and thousands of completed real exams take years to build. Be careful, and avoid scammers and charlatans, as anyone in California can say they are a polygraph examiner.
Time required. A properly conducted exam typically takes 90 minutes to two hours. It includes a pre-test interview, question review, chart collection, and analysis.
Written report. Attorneys and courts often need a detailed report.
Language. We test in English, Hebrew, and Arabic.
Scheduling. Evening and weekend appointments are available by appointment.
Why Very Low Prices Deserve Questions
California does not require a state license to practice as a polygraph examiner, so anyone can advertise the service. Price alone tells you nothing about quality. Before you book anywhere, ask:
Who will personally conduct my exam, and how many have they done?
Can I verify membership in the American Polygraph Association or other professional bodies?
How long is the appointment? Will there be a thorough pre-test interview?
Do I receive a written report?
Will every question be reviewed with me before testing?
Our guide on how to choose a polygraph examiner walks through each point, and our polygraph scam alert page explains the warning signs.
What's Included in Your Exam
A free initial consultation
A detailed pre-test interview
Question review and agreement before testing
Chart collection with modern computerized instrumentation
Same-day discussion of results
A written report from a certified examiner
Strict confidentiality
See the full test procedure for a step-by-step walkthrough.
Is a Polygraph Test Worth the Cost?
For many clients, the real cost is living with uncertainty: a damaged relationship, an unresolved accusation, or a legal matter where credibility is in question. A properly conducted exam provides a documented, objective data point that you can bring to a partner, a therapist, or an attorney. Accuracy depends heavily on the examiner's training and methodology, which is why how accurate a polygraph test is is tied so closely to who conducts it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a polygraph test cost in Los Angeles?
Prices vary by examiner and exam type. Call 424-302-2498 for a free quote.
Do evening or weekend appointments cost more?
Evening and weekend appointments are available by appointment.
Is a cheaper polygraph test just as accurate?
Accuracy depends mainly on the examiner's training, the technique used, and the quality of the pre-test interview, not the price tag. Verifying credentials matters more than comparing prices.
Schedule a Confidential Polygraph Test
Global Polygraph & Security is in Century City, adjacent to Beverly Hills, serving Greater Los Angeles. Schedule your exam or contact us for a free consultation.
Oded Gelfer is a fully certified polygraph examiner with 30+ years of experience, a Forensic Law Enforcement Certified examiner, CAPE, AAPP, and a full APA member since 2007.
