Getting a confession that sticks in court takes more than just knowing what to ask—it means understanding the law that backs it up. This course helps officers master the legal principles that govern interviews and interrogations, focusing on the Fifth and Sixth Amendments so you can gather evidence that’s both solid and admissible.

You’ll learn about Miranda rights—where they came from and how they apply on the street—including when someone is considered “in custody,” what counts as interrogation, and how to secure a valid waiver. The course also tackles more advanced topics like how to resume questioning legally after a suspect invokes their rights, how to fix mistakes, and how special rules apply to juveniles. We’ll also cover the Fruit of the Poisonous Tree doctrine and what happens in non-criminal settings like administrative interviews.

Real-world case studies and practical scenarios make the legal points stick and show you how to handle interviews and interrogations that build strong cases without tripping up in court.

What You’ll Learn

  • Fifth and Sixth Amendment Protections
    Understand when these rights apply—and how they affect what you can and can’t do during questioning.

  • Securing Valid Waivers
    Learn how to get solid waivers that hold up in court—both express and implied.

  • Re-Initiating Questioning
    Know the steps to restart an interview after someone invokes their rights.

  • Fixing Miranda Mistakes
    Learn how to recognize and correct errors before they sink your case.

  • Interviewing Juveniles
    Understand the extra legal hurdles when questioning minors.

  • Fruit of the Poisonous Tree Doctrine
    Learn how to keep evidence from getting tossed because of tainted interviews.

By the end of the course, officers will be ready to handle interviews and interrogations with confidence and legal know-how, making sure their cases stay strong in court. You’ll leave with the skills to get solid statements while respecting suspects’ rights and protecting the integrity of your investigations.


Certificate: 4 Hour

Credit: In-service credit available in many states

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Course curriculum

  1. 1

    • Welcome to Blue to Gold University

    • Course Introduction

    • Meet your Instructor

    • Questions and Technical Support
  2. 2

    • Introduction

    • The Fifth Amendment

    • Why Miranda?

    • Case Law Downloads
  3. 3

    • When Miranda is Required Part 1

    • When Miranda is Required Part 2

    • When Miranda is Required Part 3

    • When Miranda is Required Part 4

    • Case Law Downloads
  4. 4

    • Admonishment

    • Case Law Downloads
  5. 5

    • Waivers

    • Case Law Downloads
  6. 6

    • Invocations

    • Case Law Downloads
  7. 7

    • Reinitiating

    • Case Law Downloads
  8. 8

    • Miranda Exceptions

    • Case Law Downloads
  9. 9

    • Miscellaneous Rules

    • Case Law Downloads
  10. 10

    • Final Test

Course Reviews

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5 star rating

Great class

Raymond Wegrzynek

Very useful info. I love that you have an explanation of the video or summary below. Helps get. A better understanding of information.

Very useful info. I love that you have an explanation of the video or summary below. Helps get. A better understanding of information.

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5 star rating

GREAT!

Robert Kasai

Wish I had taken the live webinar.

Wish I had taken the live webinar.

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4 star rating

This class was great

Humberto Martinez

i learned a lot. Its about the minor details, especially when it comes to our line of work

i learned a lot. Its about the minor details, especially when it comes to our line of work

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5 star rating

Solid

Troy Wylie

Helpful information, very well presented, in manageable portions.

Helpful information, very well presented, in manageable portions.

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