Mastering the Cognitive Interview: A Game-Changer for Law Enforcement Professionals
The cognitive interview is a game-changer for law enforcement professionals, offering them a powerful tool to enhance their investigative...
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C. Edward
Nov 28, 20233 min read
The Link Between Interviewing and Evidence in Investigations
There is no evidence without an interview. During any investigation, evidence does not simply exist; it is unearthed and given meaning...
Cory
Oct 28, 20235 min read
How Science-Based Interviewing Fuels AI Success in Criminal Investigations
Introduction Interviewing is data collection. In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning are revolutionizing...
C. Edward
Oct 12, 20239 min read
The Legacy of the Wickersham Commission: Shaping the Future of Criminal Justice Reform (1929)
A quick history and legacy of the Wickersham Commission and how it helped change criminal justice and interrogation.
C. Edward
Oct 6, 20235 min read
Law Enforcement & Police Acronyms
In the complex world of law enforcement, acronyms and legislative terms often serve as shorthand for intricate concepts, specialized...
C. Edward
Sep 24, 20239 min read
False Confessions: A Look into What They Are and Their Historical Context
Introduction False confessions are one of the most perplexing and consequential phenomena in criminal justice. They raise critical...
Cory
Sep 14, 20234 min read
Active Listening: Reflections on Reflecting
How the active listening skill of reflecting helps increase rapport and information disclosure.
C. Edward
Aug 30, 20236 min read
Red Teamed Assumption: "No one would ever confess to a crime they did not commit"
One of the major assumptions regarding false confessions is "no one would ever confess to a crime they did not commit." It is an...
C. Edward
Aug 26, 20234 min read
Combating Confirmation Bias in Investigative Interviews 101
I very recently watched a newscast reporting on new leads in an old cold case. The individual being interviewed gave all the reasons why...
Cory
Aug 21, 20234 min read
The Importance of Planning and Red Teaming for a Productive Investigative Interview
There is a timeless adage: "Failing to prepare is preparing to fail," which holds true for any investigation. Whether dealing with a...
C. Edward
Aug 6, 20235 min read
The Misinformation Effect: The Malleability of Human Memory and Investigative Interviewing
Elizabeth Loftus, a preeminent psychologist and memory researcher, has made significant contributions to our understanding of human...
C. Edward
Aug 2, 20234 min read
Active Listening: The Power of Mastering the Pause (Active Listening - part 2)
At IXI we know that active listening is a critical skill that is proven to enhance your personal and professional relationships. Active...
C. Edward
Jul 15, 20234 min read
Active Listening: What is Active Listening (part 1)
Active listening is a communication technique that has been widely recognized for its effectiveness in fostering understanding and...
C. Edward
Jul 6, 20234 min read
Information Gathering vs Confession-based Investigative Interviewing: The Future of Interrogation
Investigative interviewing now has two distinct approaches: information-gathering and confession-based interview and interrogation...
C. Edward
Jun 20, 20233 min read
The Art of Inquiry and Affirmation: The Power of Open-Ended Questions and Nodding
In the realm of investigative interviewing, certain techniques can significantly influence the effectiveness of your interviews and...
Cory
May 28, 20233 min read
National Police Week
History and Significance Every year, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world converge on Washington, D.C. to...
C. Edward
May 7, 20234 min read
The Fifth Amendment and Interrogation: What Does Plead the Fifth Have to do With Self-Incrimination?
The Fifth Amendment (5th Amendment) to the United States Constitution, a part of the Bill of Rights, was written by Founding Father James...
C. Edward
Apr 29, 20232 min read
Investigative Interviewing for Investigators
Investigative interviewing plays a significant role in the pursuit of truth and justice. According to the RAND Corporation interviews are...
Cory
Nov 17, 20228 min read
Brown v. Mississippi: A Landmark Case That Ended the Third Degree in Interrogation (1934)
Brown v. Mississippi marked a turning point: confessions obtained through brutal interrogation violate due process and are inadmissible.
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