PEACE Module

Question 0

Engage and Explain

Answer 0

Create a rapport
Explain; the reason for interview, routines adopted and outline of interview
Explain legal rights

Question 1

Plan and Preperation

Answer 1

Visit the scene
Ensure have all relevant information
PNC and Crimnet/Niche checks 
Asses risk - positioning in the room
Who else needs to be present
Create an written plan
Possible defences
How many interviews
In what order
Objective of interview? 
Points to prove
Mens reus, actus reus, M.O
Pre interview with solicitor
Disclosure info
Practical arrangements; tapes,exhibits, S18?
Cultural needs to be met?

Question 2

Account, Clarification and Challenging

Answer 2

Allow free uninterrupted recall.
Open questions - Tell me
Break down into episodes
Probe, clarify, summarise and recall each episode with 5WH questions and mixed open close questions
Challenge where necessary - do at end as can ruin rapport
R v Turnball and ADVOKATE
Special Warnings

Question 3

Closure

Answer 3

Conditions before closing an interview
Agree/ summarise what interviewee said in full
Allow to correct/change/confirm/deny/add to
Do they want to ask any Q’s
Explain what happens next
Record time interview finishes
Label tapes signed by suspect (master and working)
Master tape sealed in presence of suspect

Question 4

Evaluation

Answer 4

Reflect on what info has been obtained and how this helps investigation
Did you meet the objective of the interview
What action now needs to be taken
How did I perform, what worked well and what didn’t