Understanding the thought processes and offense dynamics of the sex offender is essential to effective interviewing. The knowledge of the “type of sex offender” and matching interviewing style and strategy is paramount. Strategies change depending on the offender. For example, a psychopathic sex offender is interviewed differently than an inadequate offender. In each case it is also important to tailor the interview to the offender noting personality features, gender, interests, passivity, and intelligence.Research shows that the highest rates of admission by sex offenders are achieved by specialized units or teams. Admission level is higher with this specialized function. In addition evidence shows that when these offenders feel respected and not judged, they are more likely to admit. Relational skills along with forensic insight are emphasized in this 1-day seminar that includes video-taped offender interview clips.
Dr. Matt Logan has worked on both sides of the fence over the past 28 yrs. A former Police Officer and Correctional Psychologist, he was the first Operational Psychologist in the RCMP Major Crime’s Behavioural Science Group. He is a
consultant to investigators and specialized units (i.e. Interview Team, Crisis Negotiators, Undercover Unit, and Sexual Crime Squads).
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