Ontario Private Investigator Practice Exam

What is the procedure if a witness requests a correction to their statement?

1. To rewrite the statement entirely

2. To make verbal agreements only

3. To draw a line through the item with initials

4. To ignore the request

The correct answer is: To draw a line through the item with initials

When a witness requests a correction to their statement, it is important to make note of the correction and initial it. This ensures that the original statement is not altered or tampered with and that any corrections made can be traced back to the witness. Option A is incorrect because completely rewriting the statement raises questions about the accuracy and credibility of the original statement. Option B is incorrect because verbal agreements may not be accurately remembered or can be disputed later on. Option D is incorrect because ignoring the request could be seen as disregarding the witness's input and could potentially impact the validity of the statement. Drawing a line through the item with initials is the appropriate procedure to acknowledge and document any corrections made by the witness.