I took a polygraph test for DOJ. The first time was inconclusive. The 2nd time they failed me for no reason.. i don't have criminal background,I don't Drink , I don't smoke at all... I have good credit score...I submitted all the information on F86 . The whole truth.... They still failed me. I strongly believe that the error was on the device or I was asked the wrong questions.....I took 4 polygraph tests in the past and I passed all of them... After that, I took another one with a county job, and I passed it... I wish they give me another chance.i really want to work for DOJ...LEO. I followed the examiner's instruction & answered all the questions truthfully & honestly.. I have security and correction officer experience... I'm really disappointed with their decision.... When I checked with the employment coordinator, she Said, she contacted the HQ that I failed....I have not received the official letter YET...any suggestions? Thank you.
I have no suggestions. My interest in polygraph examinations concerns criminal investigations. Your case appears to be an employment related polygraph.
I’m an examiner. You should know that standardized background testing regulations mandate that an inconclusive finding on background testing is considered a pass. Actually, a properly administered background screening polygraph only comes to one of two conclusions.... “significant reactions to relevant questions” or “no significant reactions to relevant questions.” Other test formats will conclude as “no deception indicated,” “deception indicated,” or “inconclusive.” It is also required that we ask you why you are having reactions to any questions you are failing on. In many circumstances the examinee can pass that question by simple restructuring or telling the examiner what came to mind that caused the reaction when that question was asked. I do some police testing for small law enforcement agencies. Almost all candidates who fail, fail because of undisclosed illegal drug use or activity.
@@rangel6242 Thanks for your reply. I received the letter after I posted my first comment. I sent a request along with the recommendation letters that I received from my previous employers. NOTHING helped. After I finished the polygraph test,the examiner told me that I failed 3 questions. Which I totally disagreed. The letter also said that the agency doesn't amend its decision and I can't appeal. To be honest, most of the time people get hired due to their experience, education & knowledge. But sometimes knowing someone also helps individuals getting hired.
hey gustitis. layman question here. when you say a prosecutor can just 'throw out' a case, is it solely the prosecutors discretion to do so? this seems like it could be taken advantage of if a shady prosecutor were to simply throw the case out to let the defendant off the hook.
Only the prosecutor has the power to dismiss a criminal case. They could dismiss the case for any number of reasons. Most of the time, a person may not know why a prosecutor dismisses their case.
On what legal basis would you base your appeal? If you filed a writ based on "actual innocence," you'll need much more than a passed polygraph test. (not to mention we don't even know what relevant questions, control questions, irrelevant questions, and concealed information or guilty knowledge questions were on your polygraph test). Moreover, I doubt a polygraph test results would be admissible in a writ hearing anyway. Good luck.
Maybe, if the prosecutor is willing to present it to the grand jury. But remember the grand jury does not determine guilt or innocence. Rather, they determine whether probable cause exits to hold the case over for trial. A polygraph would not affect the probable cause determination, necessarily.
You'd be surprised how a polygraph can be used. I used a "passed" polygraph to convince a prosecutor to dismiss a rape case. My client was very happy to have paid the money for the test.
When I was young my parents went through a bad divorce. My dad remarried and my mom harassed her often. At that time I wasnt talking to my dad either. 1 day I have sherriff's at my door saying I threatened to kill my stepmom over VM. I was maybe 13 and I was in court and found guilty of threats or something. I was given a restraining order for 5 years. I begged for a polygraph and tget said this isn't the movies. Fast forward years later and my dad and I are really close and he believes I never made those calls. Well let's fast forward a few years more and my brother is living at my dads home. He and my stepmother get into it while drunk and they both go to jail and he serves 3 years for his battery charge. We were never close so no big deal. While he is in jail he calls me and tells me he and my mother made that call and he was sorry and he had to get it off his chest. My mom sat in court while I balled my eyes out and confessed to nothing and was told my tears were an admission of guilt because only guilty people cry when caught. Then why was my dad in tears? I questioned my mother and she said oh let things go that was a long time ago.
Unfortunately, I doubt anything can be done at this time to affect your case. Did you plead guilty or were you tried and found guilty by a jury or judge?
Do defence attorneys hire polygraphers to help them better defend their client? This could bring out the truth and help the attorney know more of the facts in the event the defendant is not being truthful with their attorney. Is this done in the real world?
Defense attorneys often use polygraphs to help defend their clients. Sometimes the attorney is trying to develop evidence to use in negotiations with the prosecutor. Other times the attorney is trying to get the client to see and accept reality. I've used polygraphs for both reasons.
If you would like to schedule an appointment to discuss hiring us to defend the case, my assistant would be happy to do that. Please contact my office at your convenience.
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Your series on polygraph is straight to the point
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Thanks for sharing the knowledge.
Thank you for watching and commenting, Keith. I hope my videos add some value to your knowledge about our criminal justice system.
I took a polygraph test for DOJ. The first time was inconclusive. The 2nd time they failed me for no reason.. i don't have criminal background,I don't Drink , I don't smoke at all... I have good credit score...I submitted all the information on F86 . The whole truth.... They still failed me. I strongly believe that the error was on the device or I was asked the wrong questions.....I took 4 polygraph tests in the past and I passed all of them... After that, I took another one with a county job, and I passed it... I wish they give me another chance.i really want to work for DOJ...LEO. I followed the examiner's instruction & answered all the questions truthfully & honestly.. I have security and correction officer experience... I'm really disappointed with their decision.... When I checked with the employment coordinator, she Said, she contacted the HQ that I failed....I have not received the official letter YET...any suggestions? Thank you.
I have no suggestions. My interest in polygraph examinations concerns criminal investigations. Your case appears to be an employment related polygraph.
I’m an examiner. You should know that standardized background testing regulations mandate that an inconclusive finding on background testing is considered a pass. Actually, a properly administered background screening polygraph only comes to one of two conclusions.... “significant reactions to relevant questions” or “no significant reactions to relevant questions.” Other test formats will conclude as “no deception indicated,” “deception indicated,” or “inconclusive.” It is also required that we ask you why you are having reactions to any questions you are failing on. In many circumstances the examinee can pass that question by simple restructuring or telling the examiner what came to mind that caused the reaction when that question was asked. I do some police testing for small law enforcement agencies. Almost all candidates who fail, fail because of undisclosed illegal drug use or activity.
@@rangel6242
I believe the examiner was biased. She failed me. My background is clean
@@simbamufasa4710 ...... if I could take see your charts I would be able to tell you.
@@rangel6242
Thanks for your reply. I received the letter after I posted my first comment. I sent a request along with the recommendation letters that I received from my previous employers. NOTHING helped. After I finished the polygraph test,the examiner told me that I failed 3 questions. Which I totally disagreed. The letter also said that the agency doesn't amend its decision and I can't appeal. To be honest, most of the time people get hired due to their experience, education & knowledge. But sometimes knowing someone also helps individuals getting hired.
hey gustitis. layman question here. when you say a prosecutor can just 'throw out' a case, is it solely the prosecutors discretion to do so? this seems like it could be taken advantage of if a shady prosecutor were to simply throw the case out to let the defendant off the hook.
Only the prosecutor has the power to dismiss a criminal case. They could dismiss the case for any number of reasons. Most of the time, a person may not know why a prosecutor dismisses their case.
Sir. How can you use a polygraph examination, if the suspect has not both arms
You need to ask a Polygrapher about that.
I recently took a polygraph and passed 100% what are my chances of appealing my guilty verdict that I served 2 years I prison for?
On what legal basis would you base your appeal? If you filed a writ based on "actual innocence," you'll need much more than a passed polygraph test. (not to mention we don't even know what relevant questions, control questions, irrelevant questions, and concealed information or guilty knowledge questions were on your polygraph test). Moreover, I doubt a polygraph test results would be admissible in a writ hearing anyway. Good luck.
Can a polygraph help defend a case when presented to a grand jury ?
Maybe, if the prosecutor is willing to present it to the grand jury. But remember the grand jury does not determine guilt or innocence. Rather, they determine whether probable cause exits to hold the case over for trial. A polygraph would not affect the probable cause determination, necessarily.
Do you still check to see if people have a questions
That's what I'm doing right now.
Considering Polygraphs have been debunked and showed to be just an intimidation tool. What value do these tests still have?
You'd be surprised how a polygraph can be used. I used a "passed" polygraph to convince a prosecutor to dismiss a rape case. My client was very happy to have paid the money for the test.
When I was young my parents went through a bad divorce. My dad remarried and my mom harassed her often. At that time I wasnt talking to my dad either. 1 day I have sherriff's at my door saying I threatened to kill my stepmom over VM. I was maybe 13 and I was in court and found guilty of threats or something. I was given a restraining order for 5 years. I begged for a polygraph and tget said this isn't the movies. Fast forward years later and my dad and I are really close and he believes I never made those calls. Well let's fast forward a few years more and my brother is living at my dads home. He and my stepmother get into it while drunk and they both go to jail and he serves 3 years for his battery charge. We were never close so no big deal. While he is in jail he calls me and tells me he and my mother made that call and he was sorry and he had to get it off his chest. My mom sat in court while I balled my eyes out and confessed to nothing and was told my tears were an admission of guilt because only guilty people cry when caught. Then why was my dad in tears? I questioned my mother and she said oh let things go that was a long time ago.
Unfortunately, I doubt anything can be done at this time to affect your case. Did you plead guilty or were you tried and found guilty by a jury or judge?
On your polygraph Exams. If a Judge orders a polygraph Exam. Is there any way to get around that?
If your probation conditions require a polygraph, then no. Otherwise, a judge has no power to order a polygraph.
Do defence attorneys hire polygraphers to help them better defend their client? This could bring out the truth and help the attorney know more of the facts in the event the defendant is not being truthful with their attorney. Is this done in the real world?
Defense attorneys often use polygraphs to help defend their clients. Sometimes the attorney is trying to develop evidence to use in negotiations with the prosecutor. Other times the attorney is trying to get the client to see and accept reality. I've used polygraphs for both reasons.
Are judges and/or prosecuters asking for polygraghs nowdays?
Prosecutors may ask for one. But take my advice in the video and NEVER let a prosecutor conduct the polygraph. Hire your own polygrapher!!
@@GustitisLaw Tku!!
@@wilfredorivera48 Of course!
sir i need to speak with you ASAP
If you would like to schedule an appointment to discuss hiring us to defend the case, my assistant would be happy to do that. Please contact my office at your convenience.
Should you ever take a test
Only a test administered by a Polygrapher who YOU hire!!