How should you respond if memory of a detail is unclear during interrogation?

• A. Make up a detail
• B. Say "I do not recall"
• C. Refuse to answer any question
• D. End the interview

Answer: (B)

When memory of a detail is unclear during interrogation, the best course is to be truthful and say you do not recall. This keeps your statement accurate and credible, avoiding the serious risk of perjury or introducing false information into the investigation. If possible, offer to verify later by checking records, notes, or other sources, or to pause the interview to allow time for review. Making up a detail can contaminate the investigation and harm your own credibility, while refusing to answer or ending the interview prematurely typically prevents obtaining important information and is not appropriate in most investigative contexts.