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Private Security and the Investigative Process, 3rd Edition
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Private Security and the Investigative Process, 3rd Edition

by Charles P. Nemeth, Lisa Dennis
February 2010
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
352 pages
13h 39m
English
Auerbach Publications
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Witnesses
I. THE PURPOSE OF WITNESSES
In trial litigation, testimonial evidence (that given by people under oath) is generally one of the more
useful means of proof. Of course, the testimony of any witness is subject to attack for its credibility,
veracity, or sometimes even admissibility.
Keep in mind that witnesses can and do serve a useful purpose to the investigator outside
of the courtroom as well. Most witnesses provide information, leads, and other insights into
the case as a whole, without ever testifying in court. Investigators see the value of witnesses in
diverse ways:
Identication of suspects.•
Narration of facts a ...
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ISBN: 9781439882658