CJS 105 Lecture 9: CJS 105 - Lecture 9
26 Jul 2020
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Polygraph: also called a lie detector; a mechanical device designed to ascertain whether a person is telling the truth. Employee polygraph protection act: prohibits random polygraph testing by private-sector employers and the use of the polygraph for preemployment screening, exempts u. s. government and any state or local government from its provisions and restrictions. The complete and thorough investigation of an applicant"s past life, including education, employment, military, driving, and criminal history, as well as relationships and character. Background interview: the investigator advises the applicant about the process and meets the candidate for an initial impression. Background investigation form: the applicant is given a detailed form to fill out regarding his or her entire life, including residences, school, jobs, driving, military experience, and criminal activity-detected and undetected. Release of information form (waiver: this form is signed by the applicant and notarized, allowing the individual to share information with the investigator.
