Correctly informing offender of caution does not guarantee the interview admissible
True
Interviewer can be persistent in questioning when suspect is inconsistent and contradicting
True
‘Persistent’ in interviewing behaviour means asking questions in a manner which stands up to scrutiny
True
Persistent is ok but cross examination is inappropriate
True
Police can ask anything but suspect does not have to respond and arrest does not alter how interview is conducted
True
If admissions made of another offence in interview, caution a second time then if he claims right to silence inform new charge and record any response
True
When cautioning police are not obliged to tell offender that they can decide with a lawyer whether they want to go on DVD
True
During the interview, police are under no obligation to advise the suspect of everything known to them before asking for the suspects version
True
If suspect signs notebook, you must still refer to them on DVD
True
Free recall:
- use on co-operative witnesses and suspects
- explain ground rules
- encourage to make sketch
- begin with TEDS questions
- use probing questions
True
Turn DVD machine off if lawyers comment it is on
True
When DVD used as witness evidence, ensure:
- witness has viewed it
- specialised L3 used
- have signed statement asking to use
Do not cover off cross examination or use a support person if not required
True
If 16year old is arrested and charged, you must inform nominated person of the charges
True
Besting wording for matching description is:
‘Witness provided details of the offender fitting your description’
True
If suspect declines a lawyer and DCD interview, explain the advantages of DVD but offer a written interview statement
True
Types of Questions:
- Car wasn’t blue was it? (Negative phrasing)
- Did it look like a boy racer car? (Opinion type)
- Was it travelling fast? Did you see the driver? Was there a passenger? (Multiple)
- Was the car charcoal or black? (Forced choice)
- Was the car driving off a station wagon? (Leading)
True
If you begin interview and suspect says they don’t want to continue but keep answering your questions then only the part before they claim their right to silence is admissible
True
