Chief Justice Practice Note Flashcards

1
Q

When investigating an offence you may ask questions of any person of whom it is thought that useful information maybe obtained but they are under no obligation to answer your questions.

True or false.

A

True

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2
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The investigative interviewing suspect guide provides direction on how to introduce a challenge.

It suggests a process if using a sequence of phrases with key words.

Select one.

A

You said…we have…explain that…

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3
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“The truth may be elusive, so you Maynard to be persistent”. In this statement ‘persistent’ refers to the interviewer behaviour and means.

Select one.

A

Asking questions in a manner that will stand up to the scrutiny of the court.

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4
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According to CJPN 4, when you are question g a suspect about state,mets made by a witness you should.

Select one.

A

Explain the substance or nature of the witness statements to them.

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5
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Guideline 5 directs that after the completion of an interview the suspect should be given the opportunity to review the interview record and.

A

Correct any errors = true

Make any additions = true

Sign that they have read it and agree with it = true

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6
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When cautioning a suspect you are NOT obliged to inform the suspect that.

Select 1.

A

They can decide with a lawyer whether to go on video or not.

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7
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Persistent questioning is generally acceptable interviewer behaviour while cross-examination can be regarded as inappropriate interviewer behaviour.

True or false.

A

True

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8
Q

If a suspects right to ‘consult and instruct a lawyer without delay and in private’ cannot be facilitated immediately by police. What action is required first?

Select one.

A

Advise the suspect of that fact and the reason for the delay.

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9
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Correctly informing a suspect of the caution at the beginning of an interview ensures that the interview record will be admissible .

True or false?

A

False

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10
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All suspect interviews should preferably recorded by video recording unless that is impractical or the person declines to be recorded by video.

True or false?

A

True.

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11
Q

After charging a shoplifter with theft and lodging her in the the cells, you receive information leading you to suspect her of further thefts.

According to Chief Justice practice note guideline 2 you should.

Select one.

A

Interview her again on video, caution again and question her about the new allegations.

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12
Q

Her interviewing a make suspect about a number if offences and after you begun to probe the inconsistencies in his account he says he is not prepared to say anything else but continues to answer your questions.

Is the complete statement / video record admissible.

Select one .

A

No, only the part before the suspect claimed their right to silence is admissible

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13
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The Chief Justice note in police questioning.

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A

Directs the conduct of police intview ini practice as guided by the judiciary.

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14
Q

At interview a suspect is cautioned for a second time when he reveals his involvement in another crime. He contacts his lawyer anda hen says he has been advised to claim his right to silence and will not answer anymore questions.

You should.

Select one.

A

Inform his of the allegations against him and record any response he may make .

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15
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In relation to cross examination which. Of the following answers is correct?

Select one.

A

Questions aimed at establishing further facts from answers given are acceptable.

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16
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When interviewing a person suspected of committing an offence, when should the caution be administered?

Select one.

A

When you have sufficient evidence to barge a person with an offence.

17
Q

The preference to video record and interview with a suspect only apples when they are suspected of committing a category 1 or 2 offence.

True or false

A

False

18
Q

An interviewer may be persistent in their questioning when the account given by the suspect is inconsistent and contradictory.

True or false

A

True

19
Q

At interview you are under no obligation to advise the suspect of everything known before asking for the suspects version of events.

True or false.

A

True

20
Q

A serious assault has occurred at a private party. When you arrive at the scene you wish to speak to the patrons about the assault.

In the given circumstance behaviours must reflect Guideline 1 of the Chief Justice practice note which is.

Select 1.

A

You must not suggest through words or actions that a person must answer your questions.