Should More Investigators Use Hypnosis to Get at the Truth?
While discussion on the value of hypnosis hasn’t been a hot topic per se among investigators in the last few months, at least one researcher has looked into the potential for hypnosis to help uncover the truth when it comes to conducting interrogations. Learn what Edward F. Deshere posits in a CIA publication entitled Hypnosis […]
Is it Okay for an Interrogator to Leave the Room during an Interview?
You may not realize the silent message that’s sent when an interrogator leaves the room during a session with a witness or suspect, but do you know whether it’s actually appropriate and whether there is every a time when an investigator should leave an interrogation? Learn more about the Reid position on the subject and […]
Has Your Agency Considered the 1033 Program for Key Law Enforcement Equipment?
Recently, a lot of negative attention has been given to the 1033 Program after the riots in Fergeson, Missouri. What you might not realize, however, is the proportion of agency budgets (upwards of 80 percent) being allocated to non-combat items, including digital audio and video recording systems. Learn what agencies are tapping into the 1033 […]
How to Do Your Due Diligence before Committing to an Investigation Firm
Getting connected with the right law firm is critical before you invest money into a project. Do you have the know-how when it comes to vetting your investigation firm? Learn a few how-to’s and be sure to do your due diligence before investing your money. Tips before You Sign the Dotted Line Due Diligence – […]
Do You Know Why Acoustics Matter in Your Interrogation Room?
Many people make the wrong assumption that acoustics only matter when it comes to recording music or getting a media-worthy commercial on the air. The truth is that the application of acoustics you apply (or don’t) has an impact on the recordings you’re doing of interrogations, interviews, and more. Learn how acoustics works, how appropriate […]
Digital Voice Recorders are Great, but are They the Best Tool for You?
Gone are the days when you used the audio tape to record the voice. The all-new digital voice recorders have made us all forget the conventional tape and have offered us a wide array of features. As we quickly forget the now nearly-obsolete audio tape, the new age of voice recorders boasts some great features. […]
Recording Sound: A Brief, but Impactful History
The ability to record sound may seem recent. Technology has advanced our understanding of how sounds are used in various applications across industries. However, recording sound has a much older history than you may realize. Let’s talk about the history of recording and some of the most recent innovations that technology is delivering today. A […]
What to Look for in a Digital Voice Recorder
When it comes to choosing the best device for recording your interrogations and interviews as an investigator, there are many features you should look for. We want to outline a few of the top features you need: Look for the recording time. Many voice recorders boast of the recording time by claiming the higher side […]
Training is Important but Alone, Not Enough
While it’s been about half a decade since the last comprehensive statistics were released, the numbers of police departments and law enforcement officials continues to get attention around the country, in particular, in growing cities that are dealing with expanding need and decreasing budgets. One of the key factors to getting the best out of […]
iRecord Ideal for Commercial Accounts Too
Industries nationwide are realizing the value of harnessing technology to conduct training, do playback exercises and offer feedback in new ways. Whether in the public safety and forensic interview worlds or in the many different corporate spheres digital recording systems are being installed, iRecord continues to deliver in accuracy, simplicity and reliability. While iRecord’s roots […]