NARCOTIC INVESTIGATION
CONCEPT- Narcotic investigation is a necessary tool
employed by drug enforcement agencies in building p a
relevant and competent evidence, which are vital in the
development of a drug case, several investigative
techniques may be utilized for the successful attainment
of the operation. This include but not limited to use of
informants, interviewing, interrogation, surveillance
operations and undercover operations.
PLANNING AND INVESTIGATION- the most effective way
of investigative technique or combination of two or more
or all techniques under a given situation and setting that
shall be determined by considering the magnitude of drug
law violations.
THE CONDUCT OF INVESTIGATION- shall follow the
basic steps in criminal investigation and detection. The
application of the following:
1. Initial investigation
2. Tactical investigation
3. Post operation
4. Custodial investigations
5. After investigation and inquest
6. Prosecution and filing of the case
7. Trial of the case