History of Law Enforcement
Who is considered the father of modern policing in England?
Sir Robert Peel
The AAFS Code of Ethics emphasizes honesty, integrity, and what key principle? Starts with an O.
Objectivity
The main purpose of an interview is to ________.
Gather facts & build rapport
Joe Navarro seats people near what to create comfort?
Door
Which model presents options and consequences to the suspect?
Decision-Making Model
Why are London police called “Bobbies”?
After Sir Robert “Bobby” Peel
Define confirmation bias in forensic science. It has to do with pre-existing...
Favoring evidence that supports pre-existing beliefs
What is the main goal of an interrogation?
Seek admission or confession
Why avoid unnecessary stress early in an interview?
Stress harms memory & cooperation
Which model relies on persistent, calm questioning to lower resistance?
Cognitive-Behavioral Model
Which U.S. city first created an organized police system with daytime patrols by 1790?
New York
A DNA analyst swayed because “the suspect already confessed” shows what bias? contextual or anchoring
Contextual bias
Which constitutional rights must be read before interrogation?
Fifth and Sixth Amendments (Miranda Rights)
Nonverbal cues should be used for what purpose?
Guide questioning, not prove guilt
In which model does the suspect confess to relieve guilt/burden?
Psychoanalytical Model
What major advancement did J. Edgar Hoover bring to the FBI in 1924?
Centralized fingerprint files
Which bias involves relying too heavily on first information received? contextual or anchoring
Anchoring bias
What questioning technique helps witnesses recall details in different orders and perspectives? cognitive interview or interrogation
Cognitive interview
What is the effect of using calm tone and deep breathing?
Lowers stress and helps recall
Which model allows suspects to shift some blame but stay accountable?
Emotional Model
Before 1935, the FBI was officially called what?
Bureau of Investigation
Name one safeguard to reduce bias in forensic work.
Blind/double-blind testing / peer review / standardized protocols / training
When can an interview become an interrogation?
When inconsistencies arise & suspicion increases
“Touching your nose means lying” is an example of what?
A myth / sheer nonsense
What is unique about the Interaction Process Model?
Adapts approach to suspect’s personality and case facts