Interviewing Basics: Note-Taking Techniques

<p>The incident took place on July 4th, 2023, at 123 Main Street, Orlando, Florida. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Use a comma to separate each item in a series of three or more items, except for the final item. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The police recovered a large, heavy, steel safe. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The suspect, who was identified by a witness, fled the scene. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The use of contractions in direct quotes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promising the suspect a reduced charge in exchange for a confession. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It strengthens the officer's testimony as it indicates a consistent approach to Miranda rights. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When the suspect is in custody and being interrogated. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To avoid accidentally omitting or misrepresenting any of the rights. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Do you understand each of these rights I have explained to you, and having these rights in mind, do you wish to talk to us now? (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If the suspect initiates the conversation with the officer. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To make sure the suspect is fully aware of their rights and understands the consequences of waiving them. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ensures the officer follows the proper procedure and avoids forgetting or misrepresenting any rights. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biographical questions such as name and date of birth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It aids in recognizing potential indicators of deception. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tapping foot, sweating, and delayed responses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ensures that the interviewer remains unbiased and open-minded. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They may react based on previous trauma or anxiety. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They start demonstrating nervous habits in response to certain topics. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can lead to wrongful conclusions about the interviewee's honesty. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through ongoing practice and accumulating experience. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Right to remain silent and legal representation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An officer questioning a suspect in a police station, seated at a table, with no restraints (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Key investigative steps and their timestamps (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure the suspect is fully informed about their rights and can make informed choices during questioning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The officer's subjective opinion of the suspect's guilt (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unique physical attributes and employment information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Detailed descriptions of actions, items, and injuries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Free and voluntary (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>With a circled designation of 'p', 'v', or 's' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fifth Amendment (B), Sixth Amendment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The suspect must be informed of their right to a fair trial (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The reason for the suspension, the date and time of resumption, and confirmation that no questions were asked while the recording was suspended. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A description of the emotional state of the suspect (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A government-issued photo ID (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An interview is voluntary, while an interrogation is conducted under detention. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Age of the involved individuals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reciting the Miranda warnings at the beginning of the recording. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The location of the incident (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Politely request clarification from the interviewee to understand their statement better. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To establish a chronological record of the interview and its interruptions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To establish a clear ending point for the interview and its recording. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Any supporting evidentiary forms, log entries, and a detailed case summary. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To maintain a clear and accurate record of the interview's proceedings and content. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Record exact or range of dates for incidents.

Log call times from dispatch, arrival, and completion.

Note key actions like obtaining consent or interviews.

Document details of all involved individuals in an incident.

Include age, address, IDs, and physical traits of individuals.

Identify individuals as victims, witnesses, or suspects.

Describe the incident detail, such as actions and items involved.

Detail items involved, including characteristics and values.

The act of suspending a recorded interview temporarily.

Recording the reason, date, time, and lack of questions during an interview pause.

Formal conclusion of the recorded statement including key case details.

Interrogation is questioning a detained suspect; interviews are conversations with individuals who can leave.

Legal warnings given to suspects before interrogation to inform them of their rights.

When a suspect asserts their right to remain silent or request an attorney.

Legal guidelines that protect the rights of minors during interrogation.

Utilization of technology like cameras to document interviews and interrogations.

Individual differences in how people communicate and express themselves physically.

Questions about personal history that minimize stress during an interview.

The combination of spoken words and physical cues that indicate feelings or truths.

Behavioral or physiological signs that suggest a person may not be truthful.

Physical reactions, such as sweating or tapping, that may indicate stress or deceit.

Consistent ways of acting or responding that can indicate truthfulness or deception.

Feelings expressed through body language and tone that can affect interview responses.

Previous experiences with law enforcement that might influence an interviewee’s behavior.

The voluntary relinquishment of one's rights, particularly the right to remain silent.

Conditions under which Miranda warnings are required before questioning a suspect.

Using a card to ensure accurate reading of rights to a suspect during an arrest.

The suspect must comprehend their rights as explained before waiving them.

Suspects have the right to consult an attorney before or during questioning.

The right to refuse to answer questions during an interrogation.

The need for suspects to clearly acknowledge their understanding of rights.

Use a comma to separate three or more items in a list.

A phrase that can be omitted from a sentence without changing its meaning.

Use commas between adjectives that separately describe a noun.

Use a comma before a quote in a sentence.

Use commas when writing dates and addresses.

An apostrophe shows ownership or possession.

Use an apostrophe to combine two words into one.

Use quotation marks for exact words, none for paraphrasing.

An interview seeks information; an interrogation aims to extract confessions.

A Supreme Court ruling requiring rights advisement during interrogations.

Rights to remain silent and have an attorney when interrogated.

A state where a person is significantly deprived of freedom.

A measure used to determine if someone feels free to leave during questioning.

Custody, interrogation, understanding, voluntary waiver of rights.

Statements obtained without advisement cannot be used in court.

Law enforcement must provide Miranda rights when interrogating a suspect.