Description
Book SynopsisWell-informed and skilled interviewing is a key factor in dealingwith suspects, victims and witnesses. Experienced police andinvestigators know this from their own practice, and there is now asubstantial body of research and theory in psychology whichsupports this practice and can guide both training and thedevelopment of investigative work. The purpose of this book is toprovide a concise and clearly written guide to the psychologicalconcepts and research-based knowledge that can support and guideinvestigative interviewing. It deals in particular with:
* good basic practice and methods for investigativeinterviewing
* how to deal with false confessions and unreliable or incompletewitness information
* the special problems of interviewing children and othervulnerable people
* the process of interviewing suspects, victims, witnesses,complainants and colleagues
This book will be of interest and value to a wide range ofprofessionals involved in training and practice in t
Trade Review"...an excellent source book..." -- Legal Criminological Psychology, September 2000 "The timeliness of this book cannot be overstated in an investigative environment... The topic of the book, then, is not just important it is vital. It is strongly recommended..." --Expert Evidence, Vol. 77, 1999
Table of ContentsIntroduction: The Importance of Investigative Interviewing.
How do People Remember?
The Cognitive Interview.
Conversation Management.
What Happens in Police Interviews?
False Testimony.
Interviewing Vulnerable People.
Interviewing Children.
Training.
Conclusions and Future Developments.
References.
Index.
