Policy Text
I. INTERVIEWING PROCEDURE II. TRAINING
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this procedure is to establish guidelines when interviewing victims,
suspects, or defendants diagnosed with autism or an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
POLICY:
It shall be the policy of the Coconut Creek Police Department (CCPD) to make a good
faith effort that, upon request and in accordance with Florida State Statute (FSS)
943.0439, a psychiatrist, psychologist, mental health counselor, special education
instructor, clinical social worker, or related professional is present at all interviews of an
autistic individual. (15.18)
DEFINITIONS: