Taking Effective Witness Statements

Taking effective witness statements is a practical book on crime investigations with reference to the role of witness statements in such investigations. The book also delves into how a witness should be prepared before a statement is taken, actions by the interviewer and observations during statement taking. Body language and different methods to approach a witness are discussed as well as the goals of interviewing a witness for the purposes of obtaining an effective statement. Taking effective witness statements focuses on different forms of witness statements and deals with: Requirements for a good statement; Characteristics of a good statement; Practical layout and format of a statement; Language in which a statement is taken; Mistakes made by investigators when writing a statement; Professional aspects that investigators must satisfy to meet requirements. Features Model 9781485101048 Product/Packaging Information Product Weight 0.5kg Product Dimensions 210mm(L) x 148mm(W) x 15mm(H) Shipping Weight 0.5kg Shipping Dimensions 210mm(L) x 148mm(W) x 15mm(H)