ADJ 139 - Private Detectives/Investigators (4 CR.)

Instructs the student in investigative techniques, criminal law and procedure, rules of evidence, and the techniques and mechanics of arrest. Meets state certification requirements for private investigators licensing. Lecture 4 hours per week.

General Course Purpose
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with necessary information regarding basic investigative techniques, arrest procedures and criminal law to meet state requirements for private investigation licensing.

Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

meet state requirements for a private investigators’ license.
describe interviewing techniques used.
differentiate between civil law and criminal law.
describe the methods used to collect and report information.

Major Topics to be Included

Private investigation duties, responsibilities, and orientation
General investigative techniques
Interviewing techniques
Criminal law and procedures
Civil law and procedures
Civil and criminal rules of evidence
Collection and reporting information

Extra Topics (Optional)

Related topics at the discretion of the instructor

Revised 8/2018