Discuss and list the six essential points involved in interviewing a victim of rape

What will be an ideal response?


Officer attitude: maintaining professionalism at all times and helping the victim by reassurance; Physical setting: a comfortable place for the victim; opening remarks—officer must gain the victim's confidence immediately; ventilation period: allow the victim to relieve their emotions; investigative questioning: officer can point out similarities and discrepancies in the case if he/she hears any; concluding the interview: officer should provide community resources of help for the victim.

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If a parent is completely absent and cannot be located, courts will usually:

A. Grant joint custody contingent on locating the missing parent. B. Grant child support. C. Not grant child support. D. Impute income to determine probable support using child support guidelines.

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The three governmental levels of correctional systems are ________, ________, and ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The defense attorney may further question a witness after redirect examination by the prosecutor

a. Cross Examination b. Redirect Examination c. Recross Examination d. Crisscross examination

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Which of the following makes it unlawful for state or local law enforcement officers to engage in a pattern or practice of conduct that deprives persons of rights protected by the Constitution or laws of the United States?

a. The color of law b. The police misconduct provision c. The penal code d. The police culture

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