CRIJ 3304 Forensic Interviewing

Forensic interviewing and interrogation techniquesin the justice system are explored, includingterrorism-related investigations and the use of coercive methods. Topics include cultural and age variability in interviewing, the use of the polygraph examination, and false confessions. A primary focus will be the legal and ethical issuessurrounding forensic interviews and interrogationsas well as the efficacy of specific techniques when considering social, behavioral, andlinguistic perspectives.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CRIJ 1301

Session Cycle Description

Fall, Spring, Summer