Generally speaking, how are cases investigated?
There is no single way to investigate cases, since each has it own unique set of individuals, issues and circumstances surrounding the genesis of the case. In general, however, there are certain common denominators in each case. Preliminary information is given to a director of enforcement who, after reviewing the available information, assigns it to one or more of the investigators under his/her charge. Of common relevance is the fact that an effort is made by the enforcement staff to tape-record all interviews. In most instances, at the start of a case, efforts are made to speak with the source(s) who originally reported information. The enforcement staff will request that these individuals submit to a taped interview “on the record” (i.e. provide their names). If a source does not provide a name, then the information cannot be used by the enforcement staff to help prove that a violation occurred. The information provided, however, can be used to direct the enforcement staff to other
