Investigating Terrorism
Society today can agree that the need for law enforcement is one of the highest demands. Without law enforcement, the world as we know it today would be much different. Law enforcement is on the front line when a crime occurs. People have to depend on law enforcement to keep them safe from all of the evil in the world today. While many …show more content…
45). If one claims to be a member of such a secretive group which has caused attacks against the United States, will be considered a person of interest in the eyes of law enforcement (Dyson, 2012). The main purpose of law enforcement is for the agency to investigate any type of crimes or allegations. This statement is true when dealing with terrorism. The issue with terrorism is that law enforcement does not have the insight to combat terrorism, but law enforcement is receiving better training in this line of work which will help with the fight against this evil doing. “Knowing the enemy that law enforcement should embrace with respect to terrorism investigations” (Dyson, 2012, p. 47). An investigator must learn everything about the terrorist’s political movement and who is involved with the movement. It is important to ascertain what type of assistance the member of the group will receive should contact with law enforcement be made (Dyson, 2012). There are many questions an investigator should be prepared to ask multiple questions in order better understand …show more content…
53). Terrorist realize their actions are meant to please their political organization and not their self. It has been discovered that terrorist live in a constant state of fear. They have the desire to take over the government and believe through their philosophies that the government, as well as law enforcement, are the enemies. Terrorist hate both the government as well as law enforcement and they also fear the media even though they thrive on the public attention (Dyson, 2012, p. 53). The government has a tough time attempting to track or even keep a close eye on the terrorist as they are suspicious of other people. Terrorist are always on high alert and believe their homes, as well as their vehicles, are bugged (Dyson, 2012). Another issue with trying to prosecute terrorism is when the terrorist finally has their day in court. The accusation of prejudice, bias, and illegal activities will be brought up in court only to slow down the proceedings (Dyson, 2012). In general, the government will find their selves on trial which mean careful investigative techniques must be utilized to gain a successful prosecution (Dyson,