Investigative Interviewing

This book provides a concise, practical guide to investigative interviewing based on psychological theory and research. It explains why certain guidelines should be followed and describes the underlying rationale for the investigative interviewing of any person, be they a suspect, witness, victim, complainant, or colleague. The book outlines what psychologists presently know about the most effective ways of interviewing witnesses/victims and suspects of all ages, including vulnerable groups.

Table of Contents

Introduction: The Importance of Investigative Interviewing. How do People Remember? The Cognitive Interview. Conversation Management. What Happens in Police Interviews? False Testimony. Interviewing Vulnerable People. Interviewing Children. Training. Conclusions and Future Developments. References. Index.

Reviews

"...an excellent source book..." -- Legal Criminological Psychology, September 2000 "The timeliness of this book cannot be overstated in an investigative environment... The topic of the book, then, is not just important it is vital. It is strongly recommended..." --Expert Evidence, Vol. 77, 1999