CPI Interview & Interrogation Techniques Flashcards
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Which interviewing approach is most effective for building rapport with a reluctant witness during a CPI investigation?
Answer: Cognitive interview technique
The cognitive interview technique uses open-ended prompts and mental reinstatement of context to help reluctant witnesses recall and share information.
In the Reid Technique of interrogation, what is the primary purpose of the Behavioral Analysis Interview (BAI)?
Answer: To assess credibility and detect deception before formal interrogation
The BAI is used to evaluate a subject's verbal and non-verbal behavior during structured questions to gauge truthfulness before proceeding to interrogation.
When interviewing a subject who invokes their right to remain silent, a certified professional investigator should:
Answer: Immediately cease questioning and document the invocation
Once a subject invokes the right to remain silent, all questioning must stop immediately, and the invocation must be documented to preserve the integrity of the investigation.
Which type of question is LEAST effective during the initial information-gathering phase of an investigative interview?
Answer: Leading questions
Leading questions suggest the desired answer and can contaminate witness memory, making them the least suitable during the initial information-gathering phase.
A CPI investigator notices a subject's story changes significantly between the first and second interview. The best course of action is to:
Answer: Document both versions and note the discrepancies for further analysis
Documenting both versions and analyzing discrepancies allows the investigator to identify potential deception or memory errors while maintaining objectivity.
What is the primary advantage of conducting interviews in a neutral, private location rather than in a busy workplace setting?
Answer: It reduces distractions and social pressures that can inhibit full disclosure
A neutral, private environment minimizes external distractions and peer influence, making witnesses more comfortable and likely to share complete, accurate information.