Tradecraft Primer: A Framework for Aspiring Interrogators

Inspired by the need to offer a relevant approach to interrogations suited to contemporary times with its ever-increasing demands for transparency and calls for fundamental respect of human rights and human dignity, this primer serves as a timely and handy reference for those working or thinking of working as an interrogator in law enforcement, the military, or intelligence. Challenging past beliefs and practices, it provides evidence-based insights and best practices to improve interrogation results while laying out novel approaches that no longer rely on physical and psychological coercion, deceptive ruses, or abuse.

Author: Paul Charles Topalian
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 03/29/2016
Pages: 140
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.48lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d
ISBN: 9781498751148

About the Author

Paul Charles Topalian possesses nearly 30 years as an intelligence professional with considerable overseas experience in Asia and Europe. His foundational expertise in this primer is built on assignments with the United States military, the intelligence community, and law enforcement. He holds a BA from Norwich University and earned his MS from Salve Regina University and his MA from the US Naval War College. He is proud recipient of several national-level intelligence awards for both personal and team achievements in support of some of our nation's top intelligence requirements. He can be contacted at tradecraftprimer@gmail.com.