Interview Techniques & Strategies Flashcards
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Which interview approach is most appropriate when a subject is in a highly emotional state at the start of the interview?
Answer: Allow time for the subject to stabilize emotionally before proceeding
Allowing a subject to stabilize emotionally improves rapport and the quality of information obtained.
What is the primary purpose of using silence strategically during a forensic interview?
Answer: To create pressure that causes the subject to fill the void with additional information
Strategic silence exploits the natural human discomfort with quiet pauses, often prompting subjects to provide more information.
During the PEACE model of investigative interviewing, what does the 'E' stand for?
Answer: Engage and Explain
In the PEACE model, 'E' stands for Engage and Explain, where the interviewer introduces themselves and outlines the interview process.
A forensic interviewer notices a subject is using overly rehearsed language. What is the best response?
Answer: Ask open-ended follow-up questions to probe beyond the rehearsed narrative
Open-ended probing disrupts rehearsed narratives and can reveal inconsistencies or elicit more spontaneous, truthful responses.
What does 'cognitive load' refer to in the context of deception detection during interviews?
Answer: The mental effort required to maintain a lie simultaneously with appearing truthful
Liars experience higher cognitive load because they must fabricate, monitor their story, and manage their demeanor simultaneously.
Which technique involves asking a subject to narrate events in reverse chronological order?
Answer: Cognitive interview timeline reversal
The cognitive interview technique of reverse order narration disrupts rehearsed accounts and can reveal additional truthful details.
When interviewing a subject from a different cultural background, what should the forensic interviewer prioritize?
Answer: Adapting communication style while maintaining standard interview protocols
Cultural competence requires adapting communication style and understanding cultural norms while maintaining forensic interview integrity.