CJA 213 — Interviewing and Interrogation
An examination of the investigative interview process, particularly as it applies to criminal inquiries and prosecutions. The course provides a comparative overview and critical analysis of the most commonly taught and widely used interviewing and interrogation techniques. Topics include the role of testimonial evidence; ethical and legal requirements and constraints; basic information-gathering strategies and practices; varied approaches for interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects; the nature of psychological persuasion; and the interpretation of verbal and physical behavior.