Higher-Order Thinking & Reflection
Point of view or interpretation based on experience.
Perspective
Sequence of events in chronological order.
Recording relevant details accurately during the interview.
Note-taking
Fair legal procedure guaranteed by law.
Due Process
A person believed to have committed or been involved in a crime.
Suspect
Drawing conclusions from evidence or statements.
Inference
Information or material that supports a conclusion in an investigation.
Evidence
Nonverbal cues such as posture, gestures, and facial expressions.
Body Language
Keeping sensitive information private and secure.
Confidentiality
Someone who has seen, heard, or otherwise has knowledge of an event.
Witness
Breaking down information to interpret meaning or motive.
Analysis
Written record of procedures, facts, and statements.
Documentation
Questions that encourage detailed, descriptive answers.
Open-ended Questions
Legal rights read to suspects before custodial questioning.
Miranda Rights
Law enforcement officer responsible for conducting interviews and gathering evidence.
Investigator
Remaining neutral and fact-based.
Objectivity
Careful attention to detail using the senses.
Observation
A positive, trusting relationship between interviewer and interviewee.
Rapport
Forcing someone to act or speak against their will.
Coercion
A person harmed or affected by a crime or incident.
Victim
Believability or reliability of a source or person.
Credibility
Confirmation of information from multiple sources.
Corroboration
Asking for more detail to ensure accurate understanding.
Clarification
Prejudice or unfair inclination toward or against a person or group.
Bias
The person asking questions to obtain information.
Interviewer