Inbau et al. - Nine Steps of Interrogation
- Created by: Ellen Powell
- Created on: 26-09-15 16:31
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- Inbau et al.
- 1. Direct Confrontation
- the suspect is told directly that they are thought to have committed the crime
- 2. Blame Shift
- They are offered suggestions or justifications for what happened, they have to show sympathy and understanding
- Meant to make it easier to admit guilt
- 3. Denying Guilt
- Any denial is interrupted to stop the suspect getting a psychological advantage
- 4. Ignore Reasons for not Committing the Crime
- They ignore these to move towards a confession as they give up trying eventually
- 5. Reinforce Sincerity
- Done to ensure the suspect stays receptive, they stay close, eye contact, first names
- 6. Inferring Guilt from Crying
- They become quieter and listen, offer alternatives, infer guilt if they cry
- 7. Alternative Question
- One socially acceptable reason, one not
- 8. Admit guilt in front of witness
- 9. Document admission and get them to sign confession
- 1. Direct Confrontation
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