Put Your Investigative Report Writing Skills to the Test

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What is the main focus of the text?

The importance of physical fitness for police officers
Investigative reporting and report writing in the police department (correct)
The role of technology in modern policing
The history of police correspondence

What is the main focus of the text?

The history of police correspondence
The legal requirements for police reports
The role of police officers in report writing
The importance of investigative reporting (correct)

What is the importance of investigative reporting?

To solve crimes (correct)
To improve officer morale
To reduce the department's workload
To increase police presence in the community

What is the purpose of supervision in report writing?

To protect the reputation of the police department (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the requisites of a good investigation report?

Conciseness, clarity, and accuracy (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the requisites of a good investigation report?

Accuracy, completeness, and objectivity (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the tips for preparing and writing a report?

Organize information, use active voice, and proofread (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of report writers?

Investigative, informative, and persuasive (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of report writers?

Objective, subjective, and biased (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of investigative reporting?

To hold criminals accountable for their actions (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is supervision important in report writing?

To ensure good reports and protect the department's reputation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of police correspondence and investigative report writing?

To document police activity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of police correspondence?

To communicate information within the department and with external agencies (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are some tips for preparing and writing a report?

Keep the report concise and objective (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

This text discusses the definition of terms related to police correspondence and investigative report writing. It explains the importance of investigative reporting and the requisites of a good investigation report. It also provides tips for preparing and writing a report, as well as the types of report writers. Finally, it emphasizes the importance of supervision to assure good reports and protect the reputation of the department and its officers.