This course is designed to equip the investigator with the tools and techniques necessary to successfully investigate sex crimes against children and adults.
Sex crimes exact a heavy toll upon our victims and communities. The stakes are especially high when it comes to children. These cases are inherently complex and pose unique problems for any detective. It takes a highly skilled investigator to catch these offenders and build solid cases for the prosecution.
Through the combined use of lecture, videos, and table top discussions, the instructor will deliver in-depth training with special emphasis on:
Understanding Sex Crime Dynamics
* Psychology of a Sex Offender
* Motivations
* Patterns of Behavior
* Offender Typology
Interrogation Tactics
* Selecting Your Approach
* Theme Development
* "Specific" Questions to Ask
* How to Increase Your Confession Rates
Communication Skills of an Investigator
* Victim & Witness Interview Techniques
* Dealing with Inconsistent Statements
* Leveraging the 4 Question Types in Your Interview
* Age Specific Questioning Techniques
Special Problems for Sex Crime Investigators
* Family Dynamics & Dysfunction
* "Counter-Intuitive" Victim Behavior
* Defense Methods Used to Attack Your Case
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Getting Your Prosecutor To Take Your Difficult Cases!
