Objectives. Communications Interviewing: Documenting the Interview Quiz!

Preparing for the Interview List the five steps an officer must take during the interview.

Preparing for the Interview 1.Determining when and who to interview

Preparing for the Interview 1.Determining when and who to interview 2.The order of interviews

Preparing for the Interview 1.Determining when and who to interview 2.The order of interviews 3.Where to interview

Preparing for the Interview 1.Determining when and who to interview 2.The order of interviews 3.Where to interview 4.What information to obtain

Preparing for the Interview 1.Determining when and who to interview 2.The order of interviews 3.Where to interview 4.What information to obtain 5.And how to record the interview

Preparing for the Interview Identify the three primary responsibilities of the interviewer.

Preparing for the Interview 1.obtain all pertinent information relating to the incident

Preparing for the Interview 1.obtain all pertinent information relating to the incident 2.compare it with other case information

Preparing for the Interview 1.obtain all pertinent information relating to the incident 2.compare it with other case information 3.follow agency interview policy and procedures.

Preparing for the Interview Identify when to interview.

Preparing for the Interview Identify when to interview. Immediately or shortly after a crime in order to yield the most accurate and helpful information.

Preparing for the Interview Identify whom to interview.

Preparing for the Interview Identify whom to interview. Officers can decide which people at a scene should be interviews by asking some general questions and seeking information from anyone who knows something about the crime.

Preparing for the Interview Identify the primary factors that influence the success of an interview.

Preparing for the Interview Identify the primary factors that influence the success of an interview. a.Isolation

Preparing for the Interview Identify the primary factors that influence the success of an interview. a.Isolation b.Privacy

Preparing for the Interview Identify the primary factors that influence the success of an interview. a.Isolation b.Privacy c.Good physical and emotional comfort level

Preparing for the Interview What happens if an officer does not have an opportunity to speak with a witness at the scene?

Preparing for the Interview What happens if an officer does not have an opportunity to speak with a witness at the scene? The officer should schedule a post-scene interview with the person.

Preparing for the Interview Identify an appropriate location for an interview.

Preparing for the Interview Identify an appropriate location for an interview. a.At the scene of the incident

Preparing for the Interview Identify an appropriate location for an interview. a.At the scene of the incident b.In the officer’s patrol vehicle

Preparing for the Interview Identify an appropriate location for an interview. a.At the scene of the incident b.In the officer’s patrol vehicle c.The officer may choose to interview subjects at a location that has recording equipment available

Preparing for the Interview Identify an appropriate location for an interview. a.At the scene of the incident b.In the officer’s patrol vehicle c.The officer may choose to interview subjects at a location that has recording equipment available d.Safe

Preparing for the Interview Identify an appropriate location for an interview. a.At the scene of the incident b.In the officer’s patrol vehicle c.The officer may choose to interview subjects at a location that has recording equipment available d.Safe e.Out of weather

Preparing for the Interview Identify an appropriate location for an interview. a.At the scene of the incident b.In the officer’s patrol vehicle c.The officer may choose to interview subjects at a location that has recording equipment available d.Safe e.Out of weather f.Isolated as much as possible from the sight and hearing of other interviewees

Preparing for the Interview Identify the importance for allowing sufficient time for a through interview.

Preparing for the Interview Identify the importance for allowing sufficient time for a through interview. 1.Interviews can be time-consuming, but time will be well spent if the interviewer has planned and prepared.

Preparing for the Interview Identify the importance for allowing sufficient time for a through interview. 1.Interviews can be time-consuming, but time will be well spent if the interviewer has planned and prepared. 2.Phone contact is a means to screen potential interviews (victims, witness, or information) to determine whether a formal interview is necessary.

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