At face value, you may not think there are a whole lot of differences between the processes of interview and interrogation, but they can be far more different than you think. Do you know the differences? Let’s take a look.
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False
Suspects
Cadets
Witnesses
Anyone
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False
Witnesses
Suspects
Victims
Anyone
So that witnesses' stories are not affected by memory loss or the influence of others.
So that you do not miss the train
So you wife is not upset with you finishing to soon.
Immediate gathering of information enables the investigator to prepare for interrogation of suspects.
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Learn facts first
Size up the subject
Plan your strategy
Ensure privacy
Interrogate away from suspects' turf
Don't create a challenge
Talk at the subject's level
Don't get angry unless it's part of you strategy.