{"product_id":"investigator-and-fraud-fighter-guidebook-isbn-9781118871171","title":"Investigator and Fraud Fighter Guidebook","description":"\u003cb\u003eGet federal investigative insight and guidance on conducting thorough investigations and case-building\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe ability to conduct thorough and effective investigations is a skill that has become increasingly in-demand across many industries. At the same time, investigative resources are dwindling as markets recede. Regulation and financial hurdles impede traditional investigation processes. Even seasoned professionals are finding themselves overtasked or lacking the experience to pursue the types of cases that are accumulating.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eInvestigator and Fraud Fighter Guidebook: Operation War Stories\u003c\/i\u003e, author Charles E. Piper, CFE provides insight and guidance on how to conduct thorough and complete investigations while juggling a caseload. Piper served over 30 years in law enforcement-including 20 as an award-winning Federal Special Agent-Criminal Investigator. His wide array of experience allows him to lend a high-level perspective to the art and science of professional investigations of criminal, civil, and administrative cases. In the book, Piper provides guidance on conducting thorough and complete investigations (even with fewer resources) and spotting red flags that often indicate big-picture problems. Piper also shows how to:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify the suspect's other wrongful acts (similar and otherwise)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify similar wrongful acts committed by others, and predict future occurrences\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify systemic weaknesses, waste, and abuse\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify changes and corrections necessary to prevent future occurrences\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book includes Piper's real-life investigative examples to illustrate important concepts. Whether the matter is public, private, or military, the same basic investigative principles apply. Things that may seem totally unrelated may hold the keys that crack the cases. The \u003ci\u003eInvestigator and Fraud Fighter Guidebook: Operation War Stories\u003c\/i\u003e provides the acumen and judgment required to pick up on these clues and successfully conclude investigations.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003ePreface xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. The Successful Investigator 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Basics 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigators 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf You Have the PIG, You Have It Made 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigation 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuccess 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Case Initiation 15\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJurisdiction, Venue, and Purview 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBelievable, Reliable, or Credible Source of Information 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDollar Loss 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeriousness\/Harm 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaseload 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResources 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFunding\/Finances 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigators’ Desire 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigative Priorities 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProjected Remedy 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProsecutor’s Prerogative 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedia or Public Interest 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePolitical Interests 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Conducting Thorough Investigations 49\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions to Answer 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeven Questions: Five Ws and Two Hs 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBefore, During, and After 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Expanding Investigative Efforts 69\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparisons 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNCIC 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eINTERPOL 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResources 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeven Questions: Five Ws and Two Hs Plus “Else” 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCurrently, Previously, or in the Future 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThinking Like Others 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThree Investigative Exploration Approaches 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollow the Same Blueprint 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Fraud, Waste, Abuse, and Systemic Weaknesses 87\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFraud 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWaste 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbuse 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystemic Weaknesses 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTen Simultanous Investigations 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggestions for Improvement 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. Summary Reports 111\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Investigative Reports 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOfficial Files and Working Files 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Reports 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing to Write 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLength of Reports 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttachments and Exhibits to Reports 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReports Should Stand Alone 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReport Formats 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon Report-Writing Mistakes 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. The Investigator’s Toolbox: Resources, Tools, and Techniques 131\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigative Resources 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigative Tools and Techniques 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSearch Warrants 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubpoenas 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterceptions and Tracking Devices 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNCIC 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMail Covers 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrash Covers 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUndercover Assignments 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhotography and Video, and Audio Recordings 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaboratory Analysis 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInformants 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePolygraphs and Deception Detectors 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnalysis and Audits 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Case Files and Police Reports 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsk 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8. Interviewing 177\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterviews and Interrogation 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRapport 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eListen and Then Talk 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNote Taking 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCorroboration 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWord Choice 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBody Language 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProps 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinish the Job 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmpathy 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStatement Analysis 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThink Plural 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterview Notes 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterview Room Sketches and Photographs 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9. Case Planning 205\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlans Change 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMurphy’s Law 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrivate Investigations 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdministrative Responsibilities 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCase Files 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectronic Case Folder 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking File 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOfficial File 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigative Plan 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJuggling a Caseload and Time Management 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10. Large-Scale Investigations 227\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunication 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterview Log 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRe: Strategy 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinal Summary Report 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttachments and Exhibits 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePostdraft Report 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReport Distribution 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigative Notes and Evidence 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11. Making Presentations 245\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGraphics, Charts, Visual Aids, Photos, and Videos 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvestigator’s Appearance and Voice 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Copy for the Prosecutor 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresentations to Supervisors 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndictments, Convictions, and Dollar Recoveries 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12. Providing Testimony 263\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Opposing Counsel 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisual Aids in Court 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake Sure You Understand the Question 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e13. Closing the Case 275\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOld Case Files 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvidence 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecommendations for Improvement 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuspensions, Debarment, and Improvement Plans 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14. Personal and Professional Growth 283\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNetworking 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhysical Fitness 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMorale 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInsurance and Representation 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for the Future 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeddy Roosevelt 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConclusion 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSamples of Case Presentation Visual Aids 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 309\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCHARLES E. PIPER, CFE, CRT\u003c\/b\u003e is the owner of Charles Piper’s Professional Services located in West Tennessee. He’s had a distinguished 30-year career in law enforcement including 20 years as a Special Agent-Criminal Investigator with the Department of Defense (DoD) where he received numerous awards and recognition. Piper has provided training to law enforcement officers, investigators, fraud fighters, businesses, and others. He’s also written feature anti-fraud and investigative articles for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ “Fraud Magazine.” Currently serving as a private investigator, consultant, and trainer, Piper also enjoys helping others fight against fraud while sharing his personal and unique investigative war stories.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConducting an effective fraud investigation is an invaluable, in-demand skill that is useful across a wide range of industries. In \u003ci\u003eInvestigator and Fraud Fighter Guidebook: Operation War Stories\u003c\/i\u003e, Retired Special Agent Charles E. Piper takes readers on a journey to becoming a successful investigator through engaging storytelling and proven investigative techniques. Based on 35 years of experience in law enforcement and criminal investigations, Piper frames his methodologies using a collection of “war stories” that detail on-the-job successes and failures ranging from serious to sarcastic to downright humorous.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eInvestigator and Fraud Fighter Guidebook\u003c\/i\u003e provides current and future investigators, auditors, and fraud fighters with an insider’s view of the profession from an award-winning investigator who lived it himself. Learning from the experiences of others, Piper says, is the best way to approach a new skill. The book’s pages are wrought with professional insight gained from decades of experience that includes the author’s work as a Federal Special Agent focusing on fraud investigations, a city police officer responding to dangerous felony offenses, a U.S. Army investigator, a supervisory detective and as a private investigator. His war stories bring to life his detailed descriptions of investigative practices, methodologies, techniques, and approaches and help readers see practical applications of these skills in the real world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePiper’s goal is to help new and veteran investigators expand their entire investigative efforts through smart techniques and to carry those skills with them as they move forward in their careers. His “Piper Method” for conducting investigations teaches investigators how to solve more cases than ever before, even when fewer resources are available. Covering a wide range of investigations, from criminal to civil to everything in between, the \u003ci\u003eInvestigator and Fraud Fighter Guidebook\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect reference guide for investigators and fraud fighters across the globe to help them learn to conduct more thorough and complete investigations in every functional area and industry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989473378533,"sku":"NP9781118871171","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781118871171.jpg?v=1761784241","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/investigator-and-fraud-fighter-guidebook-isbn-9781118871171","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}