CJC 221 FTCC Investigative Principles Undercover Operations Discussion Questions

Discussion Board Instructions:

For this discussion board, your initial post, in your own words, should thoroughly and thoughtfully address all aspects of the question in at least 150 words. Two replies by end of module, each 75+ words. All answers, other than opinion questions, must be supported with data from the text or other legitimate sources, and you must properly cite your sources of information. If possible, supplement your answer with personal experiences or compare/contrast it with other relevant information. Do not cut and paste responses from other sources.

Please do not submit your response as an attachment; if you draft it using a word processing document, paste it into the submission section.

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A thoughtful initial thread includes:

a. Introduction

b. Body

c.Conclusion

Undercover operations are frequently used by police agencies throughout the world. You must answer two out of the following three questions.

1. Do you personally have interest in performing in the role of an undercover officer? In what capacity (drugs, gangs, vice)?

2. What are the risks associated with undercover duties, and what can be accomplished to mitigate these risks?

3. Locate an investigation reported in the media that involved the use of intelligence to develop or locate suspects.

– generally describe the facts of the case

– specifically describe how intelligence was used to develop/locate suspects. Ensure to describe what information constituted the intelligence.

– how do you think the agency involved gathered the intelligence? If this is not stated in your research, then answer based on your analysis of the case – it is okay to make assumptions for this part of the question.