CPI CPI Surveillance & Undercover Operations

Question 1

Which type of surveillance involves following a subject through public spaces without their knowledge to document activities?

Accepted Answer

Mobile surveillance

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Stationary surveillance

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Technical surveillance

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Aerial surveillance

Question 2

In a fixed surveillance operation, what is the primary purpose of conducting a 'pre-surveillance site survey'?

Accepted Answer

To identify optimal observation points, potential cover, and escape routes before deploying

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To obtain the subject's consent for being observed

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To register the surveillance location with local law enforcement

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To install listening devices within the target premises

Question 3

Which legal doctrine most directly limits a private investigator's ability to conduct audio surveillance of conversations in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) and state wiretapping laws

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The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

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The Privacy Act of 1974

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The Sarbanes-Oxley Act

Question 4

When photographing a subject during surveillance in a public space, a CPI investigator must ensure that:

Accepted Answer

The photography occurs in areas where the subject has no reasonable expectation of privacy

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Written consent is obtained before each photo is taken

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A law enforcement observer is present during the photography

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The photographs are reviewed by legal counsel before the subject can be identified

Question 5

A CPI investigator conducting vehicle surveillance loses sight of the subject at a traffic light. The best immediate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Maintain the last known direction of travel and reacquire using logical route analysis

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Immediately terminate the surveillance and report a loss of contact

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Contact law enforcement to assist in relocating the subject

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Use the subject's phone GPS data without a court order

Question 6

What is the primary risk of 'burning' a surveillance operation, and how should it be managed?

Accepted Answer

The subject becomes aware they are being watched; the operation should be suspended and a new approach planned

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Surveillance equipment overheats in direct sunlight; relocate the observation post

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Video footage becomes inadmissible; resubmit with chain of custody documentation

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The subject files a complaint; provide documentation of a valid client authorization