Training Courses

Criminal Interviewing for Road Patrol Officers Course

Date & Time:
  • September 24, 2026
Location:
Prattville, AL

Criminal Interviewing for Road Patrol Officers

Course Overview

This intensive one-day program equips road patrol officers and deputies with advanced interview and interrogation techniques tailored to their specific role in the field. The curriculum draws from real-world experience and actual interview footage presented by the instructors to illustrate key concepts and best practices. Designed by an instructor who transitioned back to patrol duties, this course bridges the gap between detective-level interview skills and patrol officer applications, demonstrating that patrol officers can significantly enhance their interviewing abilities in interactions they conduct on a daily basis.

Key Topics Covered

  • Officer Safety
  • Instant Rapport Building
  • Distinction Between Interview and Interrogation
  • Timeline Development
  • Compellers
  • Legal Considerations
  • Persuasion and Influence Strategies
  • Empathetic Interviewing Approaches
  • Preventing False Confessions
  • Techniques for Obtaining Truthful Information

Course Details

Instructor: Jon Rappa

Date: September 9

Duration: 1 day

Cost: $225.00

Location: Prattville Police Department Training Location, 290 Echlin Boulevard, Prattville, AL 36067

Cancellation Policy

Participants may cancel at any time more than 21 days prior to the class date and receive a full refund minus a 5% administrative fee. No refunds are available for cancellations within 21 days of the class; however, student substitutions are permitted.