Communications and Report Writing for Law Enforcement Professionals, 5th Edition

Communications and Report Writing for Law Enforcement Professionals, 5th Edition equips Canadian policing students with the interpersonal, assessment, written, and reporting skills needed for the field. Specifically designed for various law enforcement courses, students will learn how to obtain, file, and process information, and to navigate specific scenarios such as conducting digital car searches.

Authors Jeffrey S. Rosnick and Dianna McAleer have conveniently divided this edition into two parts: communication and report writing. The first section addresses the impact of effective communication and covers oral communication, active listening, writing foundations, and various writing forms, including emails, memoranda, and letters. The second section highlights the importance of report writing skills, including general occurrence reports, witness statements, and the Crown brief, and stresses the importance of documentation in any investigation.