This book explores the covert and clandestine world of informants - revealing the secrets of how to find them and make the most out of them, while at the same time, avoiding the pitfalls of dealing with them.

Confidential Informant: Understanding Law Enforcement's Most Valuable Tool explores the covert and clandestine world of informants revealing the secrets of how to find them and make the most out of them, while at the same time, avoiding the pitfalls of dealing with them. TOC:Preface.- The Divine Manipulation of the Threads, The Informant in Law Enforcement.- The Weight of Betrayal.- Motivation and Behavior.- Informant Development.- Access. Informant Management.- Interviewing and Communication Skills.- Case Development.- Special Situations.- Legal Issues.- Ethical Considerations and Integrity.- Appendices: Source Debriefing Guide, Attorney Generals Guidelines, Procedures Relating to Informants, Forms and Documents Associated with Informants.- Bibliography.- Index.