Investigator Tips
Interviewing
Taking a Statement From a Victim or Complainant
Apr 01, 1999
Many investigations begin with an interview of a victim or complainant. The success of the investigation, and subsequent prosecution of a suspect, will often depend on the accuracy and credibility of the...
The Importance of Pursuing Communication With Others When Mentioned During an Interview
Mar 01, 1999
Frequently, when an investigator asks a subject to recount the events of a particular date, the subject will include a telephone call, personal conversation or letter received. These communications can be gold...
Importance of Privacy During an Interview
Jan 01, 1999
We have all had the experience where a person tells us something in private that he never would have told us in a public setting. It is well accepted that it is...