Los padres no se sientan con sus hijos durante la entrevista. Aunque a menudo es difícil para los niños hablar sobre lo sucedido, la mayoría de los niños se sienten cómodos separándose de sus padres y hablando con el entrevistador forense.
A los padres no se les permite sentarse con el equipo durante una entrevista. Debido a que se trata de una investigación, los miembros del equipo deben observar, evaluar y documentar cuidadosamente la entrevista y no estarán disponibles para responder a sus inquietudes o preguntas durante ese tiempo. Podrá reunirse con el equipo después de la entrevista para conocer lo sucedido y hacer cualquier pregunta.
Children are most comfortable when they have been informed about what to expect. It is important to explain to your child that he or she will be meeting with someone to talk about what has happened to him/her. You can let your child know that the interviewer is a person who talks to many children. You should not tell your child what to say, but simply encourage your child to tell the truth. Some children may need to be reassured and told that they have done nothing wrong. You can let your child know that a medical exam may be conducted but it is not a painful exam and you will be able to be with them.
Participation in this interview does not mean that your child will never have to speak about the incident(s) again. The Assistant District Attorney and Victim Witness Advocate will consult with you about the decision to prosecute the case and discuss your family’s involvement in the court process. In addition, some children choose to continue to speak about their experiences with family, friends, and/or are encouraged to speak with counselors as a way to address their thoughts or feelings about what has happened.
