Investigative Interviewing

Question 2

PEACE framework
What does ‘P’ stand for?

Answer 2

Planning & Preparation
* we plan the approach for the interview
* prepare logistical arrangements necessary to conduct the interview

Question 3

PEACE framework
What does the first ‘E’ stand for?

Answer 3

Engage & Explain
* we build rapport
* explain the interview procedures and ground rules

Question 4

PEACE framework
What does ‘A’ stand for?

Answer 4

Account
* use free recall or conversation management models
* use the above to get an account of what happened

Question 5

PEACE framework
What does ‘C’ stand for?

Answer 5

Closure
* verify the info we have received is correct
* answer any of the interviewee’s questions
* explain next steps for the interviewee
* be polite, postive and prospective

Question 6

PEACE framework
What does the last ‘E’ stand for?

Answer 6

Evaluation
* evaluate all the info we’ve received
* determine next steps for investigation
* reflect on how we did during the interview process
* consider what we can improve on