CJT 202 EGCC Criminal Investigations Discussion

Assignment 5

1-2 pages, discuss common mistakes made during the interview of an investigation. What mistakes might an investigator make? How these mistakes can be prevented.

APA format required, title page, reference page with proper citations, In-text citations, Font-New Times Roman 12 (non-bolded).

Reading

Stan Walters. (2014, September 22). Interviewing and Interrogation Techniques & Training: TED “type” talk. [Video]. YouTube.

Discussion 5

In 3-4 paragraphs, discuss the difference between an interview and interrogation. Why is each vital to an investigation?

reference the textbook or at least one outside source. All sources must be cited using APA guidelines.

Assignment 6

1-2 pages, summarize and explain what lead to the development of NIBRS? Why is NIBRS important? Is it effective?

APA format required, title page, reference page with proper citations, In-text citations, Font-New Times Roman 12 (non-bolded).

Discussion 6

3-4 paragraphs, discuss what information should be included in a police report and why. What negative impacts can occur when information is missing? Why are these reports important?

All initial posts should reference the textbook or at least one outside source. All sources must be cited using APA guidelines.

Reading:

https://leb.fbi.gov/articles/perspective/perspective-writing-clear-effective-police-reports-no-english-degree-required

Free Field Training. (2017). Report Writing for Police and Security pt. 1 [Video]. Youtube.