The Principles on Effective Interviewing for Investigations and Information Gathering or the "Méndez Principles" aim to modify police practices by replacing coercive interrogations with rapport-based interviews.
Based on science, law, and ethics, the Méndez Principles propose a concrete alternative to interrogation methods that rely on coercion to extract confessions. They improve the results of investigations, fully respect human rights and enhance trust in the State.
Effective interviewing is instructed by science, law and ethics.
Effective interviewing is a comprehensive process for gathering accurate and reliable information while implementing associated legal safeguards.
Effective interviewing requires identifying and addressing the needs of interviewees in situations of vulnerability.
Effective interviewing is a professional undertaking that requires specific training.
Effective interviewing requires transparent and accountable institutions.
The implementation of effective interviewing requires robust national measures.
