1. Class Name, Instructor Name Date, Semester Criminal Justice 2011 Chapter 15: Professionalism and Preparation for Court

2. 15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 Describe the role of the investigator in court. Outline the steps investigators take to prepare for court. : Describe appropriate courtroom demeanor and conduct during testimony. Summarize investigator ethics and misconduct. CHAPTER SUMMARY

3. Describe the role of the investigator in court. Learning Objectives After this lecture, you should be able to complete the following Learning Outcome 15.1

4. The Role of the Investigator in Court 15.1 The investigator is the conduit for information…

5. Court Processes 15.1 Pre-trial Hearings Preliminary Hearings Trials Sentencing Hearing

6. The Role of the Investigator in Court 15.1 Prosecutor Investigator

7. Outline the steps investigators take to prepare for court. Learning Objectives After this lecture, you should be able to complete the following Learning Outcome 15.2

8. Preparing for Court 15.2 Review notes and reports Review all evidence, including photos and mug shot Revisit the scene if possible Add picture of a Police report Add picture of a Police report Meet with the prosecutor prior to testifying

9. Preparing for Court 15.2 Investigators may also be required to prepare witnesses and victims prior to hearings or trial.

10. Court Etiquette 15.2 Dress appropriately Treat everyone with respect… you might be talking with the defense attorney or a jurror Don’t discuss the case in public or with someone you don’t know Be on time and know where you are going A few rules… Don’t discuss your personal life – it may come up in court!!!

11. Describe appropriate courtroom demeanor and conduct during testimony. Learning Objectives After this lecture, you should be able to complete the following Learning Outcome 15.3

12. Courtroom Etiquette 15.3 Be yourself, not stiff or robotic, don’t try to be humorous Address everyone formally: Your honor, sir, m'am, the defendant, Mr. Jones, etc… Look at the person who is asking the question, then look at the fact finder (judge or jury) when answering Don’t drink water, even if it is offered, sit up straight, and don’t use slang unless you are quoting someone

13. Courtroom Testimony: #1 Rule 15.3 Tell the Truth! Tell the Truth!

14. Testimony 15.3 Speak calmly even if un- nerved Don’t volunteer information - answer only the question Avoid expressing opinions unless asked Confine testimony to facts Defense attorneys learn how to capitalize on officer’s mistakes in court, here are some strategies to avoid mistakes: Use plain, simple language – no police slang Keep your composure (never lose your temper) Keep your composure (never lose your temper)

15. Summarize investigator ethics and misconduct. Learning Objectives After this lecture, you should be able to complete the following Learning Outcome 15.4

16. Determining the truth Investigator Ethics 15.4 Obtaining a conviction VS

17. Investigator Ethics 15.4 Ethical Investigative Methods Following the rules of evidence Following search and seizure rules Testifying truthfully

18. Investigator Ethics 15.4 Unethical Investigative Methods Unethical Investigative Methods Omitting exculpatory information in reports or while testifying “Fudging” on reports Exaggerating facts or misrepresenting facts Manufacturing evidence or lying during testimony

19. The Law Enforcement Code of Ethics 15.4

20. Investigator Misconduct 15.4 Suspension Termination from the department Sued in state civil court or federal court under 42 USC Section 1983 Criminal Prosecution Add picture of A person in jail or a Jail cell here please Add picture of A person in jail or a Jail cell here please

21. Investigating Computer Crime 14.5

22. 15.1 15.2 15.3 15.4 Describe the role of the investigator in court. Outline the steps investigators take to prepare for court. : Describe appropriate courtroom demeanor and conduct during testimony. Summarize investigator ethics and misconduct. CHAPTER REVIEW