This lesson provides best practices for documenting interviews, maintaining accuracy, and planning next steps in the investigation.
Documenting Interviews and Preliminary Assessment
This lesson provides best practices for documenting interviews, maintaining accuracy, and planning next steps in the investigation.
Note-Taking and Recording
Take neutral notes during interviews, capturing dates, participants, and key quotes. Summarize statements objectively and clearly.
Ensuring Accuracy
Review notes for clarity, verify confusing points with participants if appropriate, and compare with other evidence to confirm facts.
Creating a Timeline
Develop a concise timeline from interview data, aligning events with the investigation record and other evidence.
Next Steps
Identify remaining questions and plan follow-up interviews or requests for documents. Document assigned actions and responsible parties.