This assignment requires you to conduct an interview with an investigator. This interview may be a challenge to
schedule as most investigators carry heavy caseloads. Investigators often have to be politely persistent to find
witnesses and other parties to a crime. Don’t give up on this one! When you do get your interview, dress
professionally, be on time, and have your questions and your notepad ready!
Directions
• Document the dates, times, and person(s) you contacted and the notes of your discussion with them to get
this interview arranged.
• Document the name, title, agency, and address for the person you interviewed. Use proper note-taking
methods.
• Ask the criminal investigator the following questions:
- What information do you record during an investigation? What are the consequences if you inadvertently
miss recording information? - How do you identify and process evidence? What is the most difficult aspect of this process?
- What are the different methods used for identification? What process do you prefer?
- What are the best and worst responsibilities of a criminal investigator?
- Add additional questions of your choice.
Sample Solution
