When an officer is being interviewed by internal affairs the interview should be conducted so as to catch the officer off guard,preferably while the officer is off duty.

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It is unethical and inappropriate to catch an officer off guard during an interview with internal affairs. The officer should be given proper notice of the interview and have the opportunity to prepare and have representation present if desired. Conducting the interview while the officer is off duty is also not always practical or necessary.

When an Officer Is Being Interviewed by Internal Affairs the Interview