NDIT Surveillance Techniques

Question 1

Which surveillance method involves an investigator following a subject on foot through a public area?

Accepted Answer

Mobile foot surveillance

Answer

Mobile foot surveillance refers to physically following a subject on foot in public spaces to observe their movements and activities.

Question 2

In a 'one-car surveillance,' what is the primary disadvantage an investigator faces?

Accepted Answer

Greater risk of detection by the subject

Answer

A single vehicle is easier for a subject to notice and identify, significantly increasing the risk of the surveillance being compromised.

Question 3

What is a 'fixed surveillance' also commonly called in investigative practice?

Accepted Answer

Stakeout

Answer

A fixed surveillance, or stakeout, involves an investigator remaining stationary at a specific location to observe a subject's activities over time.

Question 4

When conducting vehicle surveillance, what is the recommended following distance in urban traffic to reduce detection risk?

Accepted Answer

One to two blocks

Answer

Maintaining a distance of one to two blocks in urban settings provides enough separation to avoid detection while still keeping the subject in view.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the 'ABC method' used in mobile vehicle surveillance?

Accepted Answer

A system where three vehicles alternate lead positions

Answer

The ABC method uses three surveillance vehicles that rotate the lead position to reduce the chance of the subject recognizing a single following vehicle.

NDIT - National Detective/Investigator Test Practice Test

NDIT - National Detective/Investigator Test Practice Test

NDIT Surveillance Techniques