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What is the primary purpose of the warm-up stage in an interview?
What is the primary purpose of the warm-up stage in an interview?
Which type of question should be asked during the primary stage to gather detailed responses?
Which type of question should be asked during the primary stage to gather detailed responses?
How should an interviewer handle the closing stage of an interview?
How should an interviewer handle the closing stage of an interview?
What is an important factor in choosing an interview environment?
What is an important factor in choosing an interview environment?
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Which interviewing tactic should be avoided to ensure ethical practices?
Which interviewing tactic should be avoided to ensure ethical practices?
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Which behavior from an interviewee might indicate nervousness during the interview?
Which behavior from an interviewee might indicate nervousness during the interview?
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During which stage is it crucial to summarize the gathered information?
During which stage is it crucial to summarize the gathered information?
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What impact does procedural justice have on interviews?
What impact does procedural justice have on interviews?
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What is the primary purpose of a well-written report in law enforcement?
What is the primary purpose of a well-written report in law enforcement?
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Which statement correctly reflects the significance of documenting the length of time a juvenile is held before interrogation?
Which statement correctly reflects the significance of documenting the length of time a juvenile is held before interrogation?
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What happens to a report once it is submitted according to law enforcement standards?
What happens to a report once it is submitted according to law enforcement standards?
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What is one aspect of report writing that reflects an officer's competence?
What is one aspect of report writing that reflects an officer's competence?
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What should be documented regarding the interrogation of a juvenile?
What should be documented regarding the interrogation of a juvenile?
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Why is it emphasized that every important detail must be included in a report?
Why is it emphasized that every important detail must be included in a report?
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What is a consequence of a poorly written report as stated in the guidelines?
What is a consequence of a poorly written report as stated in the guidelines?
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What documentation is required when interviewing a child multiple times?
What documentation is required when interviewing a child multiple times?
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Which limit is placed on juvenile interrogations?
Which limit is placed on juvenile interrogations?
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How should reports be saved according to agency policy?
How should reports be saved according to agency policy?
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What is the primary significance of using correct punctuation in report writing?
What is the primary significance of using correct punctuation in report writing?
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What is one key benefit of organizing report information chronologically?
What is one key benefit of organizing report information chronologically?
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Why is it suggested to contact a victim to retrieve missing information before writing a report?
Why is it suggested to contact a victim to retrieve missing information before writing a report?
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What method of organizing information allows for grouping by specific types of data, such as witnesses or victims?
What method of organizing information allows for grouping by specific types of data, such as witnesses or victims?
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How does reviewing notes before writing a report affect the quality of the report?
How does reviewing notes before writing a report affect the quality of the report?
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What should be done if a key detail, such as a victim's date of birth, is missing from the report notes?
What should be done if a key detail, such as a victim's date of birth, is missing from the report notes?
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What is one of the primary challenges of report writing mentioned in the content?
What is one of the primary challenges of report writing mentioned in the content?
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What could be a consequence of using inappropriate tactics during an interview?
What could be a consequence of using inappropriate tactics during an interview?
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Which of the following strategies is NOT part of basic interview techniques mentioned?
Which of the following strategies is NOT part of basic interview techniques mentioned?
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Which of the following best describes mirroring in an interview context?
Which of the following best describes mirroring in an interview context?
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What is a potential effect of not using minimal encouragers during an interview?
What is a potential effect of not using minimal encouragers during an interview?
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In what situation is cognitive interviewing most effectively applied?
In what situation is cognitive interviewing most effectively applied?
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What might result from creating physical evidence during an interview?
What might result from creating physical evidence during an interview?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cognitive interviewing?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cognitive interviewing?
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What is a key reason for being aware of the power imbalance in interviews?
What is a key reason for being aware of the power imbalance in interviews?
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What is indicated by the term 'minimal encouragers'?
What is indicated by the term 'minimal encouragers'?
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What should be avoided to signal active listening during an interview?
What should be avoided to signal active listening during an interview?
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What is a recommended practice when asking an interviewee to provide a written statement?
What is a recommended practice when asking an interviewee to provide a written statement?
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Which of the following is essential when obtaining a sworn statement?
Which of the following is essential when obtaining a sworn statement?
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If an interviewee cannot read or write, what is the advisable course of action?
If an interviewee cannot read or write, what is the advisable course of action?
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What should be done if an interviewee mentions important information during an interview that is missing from their written statement?
What should be done if an interviewee mentions important information during an interview that is missing from their written statement?
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What is important to remember regarding interviewees who speak another language?
What is important to remember regarding interviewees who speak another language?
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What documentation is required if an interviewee refuses to give a statement?
What documentation is required if an interviewee refuses to give a statement?
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What should be clarified if you cannot read or understand a part of the written statement?
What should be clarified if you cannot read or understand a part of the written statement?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason why a person might be unable to provide a statement?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why a person might be unable to provide a statement?
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What is crucial to do when dealing with written statements from interviewees who speak another language?
What is crucial to do when dealing with written statements from interviewees who speak another language?
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Study Notes
Unit 1: Basics of Interviewing, Lesson 1: Taking Good Notes
- Note-taking is crucial for documenting incidents, events, activities, and statements.
- Accurate notes aid in report writing, depositions, and trials, allowing other officers to quickly grasp the facts.
- Notes should record the "who," "what," "when," "where," "how," and "why" of an incident.
- Notes should include the location of the incident and the location of involved people and items.
- Record the date and time of the incident.
- Include details of each involved person (name, address, phone numbers, age, employment, race, sex, physical attributes (tattoos, scars, piercings), etc.).
- Include detailed descriptions of the incident, including any items used (weapons, items damaged, lost or stolen) and descriptions of injuries (location, type, severity).
- Document details about property, vehicles (make, model, year, exterior and interior color, VIN, marks, etc.) and estimated value.
- Detail the precise actions taken during the investigation, including collecting evidence and administering warnings.
- Include the circumstances surrounding the incident and the timing of the different phases of the incident.
Unit 1: Basics of Interviewing, Lesson 2: Preparing for the Interview
- Interviews are conversations with people with knowledge of an event to gather information about victims, witnesses, and suspects.
- An interview is different from an interrogation, where the person being questioned is detained.
- Secure the scene and your safety before conducting interviews. Check if interviewees are wanted persons and research their background.
- Consider interviewees understanding (education, intellect, experience, culture, language).
- Use interpreters, hearing devices or sign language interpreters as needed.
- Make the interview location accessible for interviewees who use mobility devices.
- Be respectful and considerate of interviewees with developmental or medical conditions.
- Organize interviewees by complainant, victim, witness, source, suspect or "other" with potential witnesses. Prioritize order of interviews if necessary.
- Prepare questions to elicit detailed information about the incident.
- Use open and closed-ended questions for effective information gathering and clarification.
Unit 1: Basics of Interviewing, Lesson 3: Conducting the Interview
- Interviews have three stages (warm-up, primary, closing).
- The warm-up stage builds rapport, explains the interview's purpose and why the information is important.
- The primary stage gathers information about the incident (open and closed questions).
- The closing stage summarizes and reviews collected information, asks follow-up questions, and expresses thanks for the interviewee's cooperation.
- Limit tactics such as threats or promises of leniency; maintain professionalism and impartiality.
- Use appropriate interviewing techniques such as mirroring and minimal encouragers to maintain and understand responses.
- Consider using cognitive interviewing to enhance memory recall.
Unit 1: Basics of Interviewing, Lesson 4: Miranda and Laws of Interrogation
- Interrogation is the questioning of a suspect, intended to extract an incriminating response.
- Know the difference between an interrogation and an interview: A suspect in custody is the difference.
- Understand the legal considerations, particularly the Miranda rights of suspects in custody (right to remain silent, right to an attorney).
- A suspect's understanding of their rights is also important and must be documented, considering age, circumstance and other factors.
- Properly administer and document Miranda warnings.
- If a suspect invokes their right to remain silent or to an attorney, all questioning must stop immediately.
- Follow legal procedures for questioning juveniles.
Unit 2: Writing a Report, Lesson 1: Reports
- Reports are documents detailing incidents or events.
- Well-written reports aid in prosecution, reduce legal liability, and streamline investigations.
- Reports document the who, what, when, where, why, and how and actions taken in a factual and organized manner.
- Report organization is structured with introduction, body, and conclusion sections.
- Reports require factual information from witnesses, victims, and suspects; do not include personal opinions, hunches, or guesses.
- Report incidents that include crimes, officer use of force, deaths, runaway juveniles, missing persons, traffic crashes, or other incidents as required by agency policy.
Unit 2: Writing a Report, Lesson 2: Mechanics
- Reports need clear, concise, and grammatically correct language.
- Use correct parts of speech (nouns, pronouns, verbs, adverbs, adjectives).
- Use a suitable tense (for example, past tense) and voice (for example, active voice) appropriately
- Employ proper punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.
- Use precise and specific language; avoid slang, jargon, and abbreviations (unless permitted by agency policy).
- Use formal, professional vocabulary.
Unit 2: Writing a Report, Lesson 3: Elements and Principles of Effective Report Writing
- Organize all information gathered from interviews and investigations into clear categories.
- Write chronologically by the time each event occurred.
- Include all necessary details (names, locations, times, actions); properly identify the statute violated and the elements of the crime.
- Include all information provided by multiple witnesses, victims, and or suspects
Unit 2: Writing a Report, Lesson 4: Reviewing a Report Before Submission
- Reviews reports carefully for factual accuracy and correctness.
- Check for spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence structure, verb tense and vocabulary choice.
- Ensure descriptions are clear and easily understood.
- Confirm accuracy and completeness of the facts reported.
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This quiz focuses on the essential skills needed for effective note-taking during interviews. Learn how to document important details such as incidents, involved individuals, and specific attributes to create accurate reports and trials. Master the critical elements that contribute to thorough incident documentation.
