POLYGRAPH BAHAMAS - PIONEERING CREDIBILITY ASSESSMENT IN THE BAHAMAS
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What is Polygraph?
A Polygraph Examination is a test performed by a certified Polygraph Examiner who conducts an interview of an individual and collects and records a series of charts utilizing a computerized instrument that collects at least three components including the pneumograph for respiration and movement, Galvanic Skin Response for changes in skin resistance and skin response and the cardiosphymograph that records relative blood pressure and pulse rate.
How accurate is Polygraph?
According to the American Polygraph Association, over 250 studies have been conducted on the accuracy of polygraph testing over the past 25 years, and the accuracy is estimated to be between 85%-95% for specific issue investigations.
How much does a Polygraph Examination cost?
Fees for polygraph services usually depend upon the complexity and type of polygraph exam to be conducted. Specific issue examinations are normally a flat fee while multiple issue exams are customized based on requirements.
Who uses Polygraph Services?
Polygraph has been used by Specialized agencies and Elite Units such as the F.B.I. R.C.M.P., C.I.A., MOSSAD, M.I.5 and others worldwide from the early 1900's to recruit the best personnel or as a integral component of their counter-intelligence, counter-narcotics, and counter-terrorism programs as well as for criminal investigations. In recent times it has gained widespread civilian usage with Attorneys, Private Individuals, Financial Institutions, Therapists and Counselors, and Investigative and Detective Agencies. Check out a Service specific to your needs in our Services Section
Are the results and information confidential?
Information supplied in the process is held in the strictest confidence and Examinations are conducted in closed individual and private sessions and the results are only shared with a third party on consent from the examinee.
Are the results admissible in court?
Many States in the United States including Arizona, Nevada , Florida allows polygraph in their legal system, whereas in the UK , civil court judges permit its use if they deem it relevant to the particular case, however its admissibility in Bahamian courts has not yet been tested.
How quickly can I schedule an examination?
Polygraph Bahamas normally requires 48 hours in advance to schedule an examination so that a proper case preparation could be conducted, but feel free to contact us as special considerations may be given based on specific circumstances.
How quickly can I get the results?
Because Polygraph Bahamas utilizes quality control procedures that entails cross referencing conclusions with veteran industry partners in other jurisdictions , 48 hours is the normal turnaround time for official examination results. Results are produced in the form of a pdf report with the option of email to the requesting party.
How long does it take?
A typical polygraph examination is approximately 3 hours in duration and consists of a pre-test, chart collection and post test phases
What is the minimum age someone can take an exam?
16 years old but with the consent of a parent of legal guardian
What is a typical exam like?
A typical examination entails the examiner collecting information from the examinee, followed by him connecting the components to the examinee to collect the charts and data which is then followed by the post test phase which can entail a discussion with the examinee. Check out our Terms and Conditions section for more info on the procedures.
Is there a limit to the amount of questions in an exam?
A typical Polygraph exam would contain no more than 12 questions based on strict standards and procedures by the American Polygraph Association
Will nervousness or having high blood pressure or some other ailment cause me to fail a polygraph?
No it won't, General Nervous Tension or having HBP are normal issues encountered in the polygraph process and baseline physiological data is always ascertained. There are however some conditions which would render you an unfit candidate for a polygraph examination. See our Guidelines in the Terms and Conditions Section for more information.
How modern is the equipment being used?
Polygraph Bahamas utilizes state of the art industry leading computerized polygraph systems with the latest released analytical software such as Polyscore and OSS3 along with industry standard countermeasures equipment .
What questions can I expect?
Questions vary depending on the examination being administered and are customized based on the issue at hand, however look in our Terms and Conditions Section for a sample of common question types.
Are there other technologies that Polygraph Bahamas utilizes besides polygraph?
Yes, Polygraph Bahamas also utilizes EyeDetect, the most modern advancement in Truth Verification