How to Get a Second Opinion of a Lie Detector Test
Whenever the results of a previous exam are in question, GPN’s owner Michael Martin is available to provide a Quality Control Review (Second Opinion) of the exam, for a fee. We offer three levels of QC Reviews at different price points.
If the validity and/or accuracy of a previous polygraph test are an issue, we are here to help get to the truth.
There are numerous errors that an examiner can make when administering an exam. See below.
A – Let us review the test for you and verify whether everything was done correctly. See details below.
Here are some of the errors that can be made during a polygraph exam that can affect the results.
1. Testing method used did not meet APA Validation standards
2. Testing method used was not applied correctly
3. Charts (polygrams) were not scored using a Validated scoring method
4. Charts (polygrams) were not scored correctly (TDA error)
5. Data collected were insufficient to render a decision
6. Data collected were too artifacted/distorted to render a decision
7. Improper relevant questions were asked during the exam
8. Improper comparison questions were asked during the exam
9. Equipment malfunction
10. A required or necessary element of the procedure was omitted or neglected
11. Exam was administered by a fraudulent examiner with no legitimate training
LEVEL ONE: What is included with a Level One QC review?
1. Review of all charts
2. Review of questions asked
3. Determination of conformity to current testing standards
4. Scoring of charts (using ESS, Utah, Federal, or other validated method)
5. Opinion of results (see options below)
- No Deception Indicated
- Deception Indicated
- No Significant Reactions
- Significant Reactions
- Inconclusive
- No opinion
6. Opinion about whether the exam was administered correctly
What materials must be provided to us for a Level One Review?
1. A complete set of polygraph charts from the exam (uncompressed)
2. A complete question list from the exam2. A complete question list from the exam
3. Any report generated from the exam
4. Online payment form for deposit – CLICK HERE
LEVEL TWO: What is included with a Level Two QC review?
1. All items in the Level One Review, plus
2. An interview with the Client **
3. An interview with the Examinee (person tested) **
** These interviews will include indepth questions about the procedure, preparation instructions, the exam environment, explanations given by the Examiner, types of questions asked, duration, etc.
What materials must be provided to us for a Level Two Review?
1. All items in the Level One Review, plus
2. Contact information for Client and/or Examinee.
3. Online payment form for deposit – CLICK HERE
LEVEL THREE: What is included with a Level Three QC review?
1. All items in the Level Two Review, plus
2. A review of any recordings made of the exam
** These recordings should be complete, and include all audio portions of the exam (video is optional, but preferable, to include with the audio)
What materials must be provided to us for a Level Three Review?
1. All items in the Level Two Review, plus
2. Recordings (audio or video) made of the exam.
3. Online payment form for deposit – CLICK HERE
What is the fee for a QC review?
QC reviews are FREE if the exam was requested through GPN and administered by a current GPN Member. For all other requests, Michael charges 200 USD per hour, billed to the nearest 1/4 hour. A Level One QC review of a single exam normally takes about one hour. A Comprehensive QC Review will take longer, depending on the volume of materials and the additional time required.
How do I start the process?
1. Contact the original examiner to obtain the necessary materials. These materials may be sent to the client, or directly to Michael by email or mail.
- A complete set of charts (not compressed)
- A list of all questions asked on the exam, along with their associated question ID numbers
- The Examiner’s hand-score of the charts, if available
- A audio or video recording of the exam (for a Level Three QC)
- The final report issued by the examiner
2. If the examiner declines to provide these materials, it is likely the examiner does not want to have his/her work scrutinized by an independent expert. This is a red flag, and an indication that the exam may have been flawed.
3. If the Examiner does not release the requested materials, Michael can still perform a limited review of whatever materials are available (reports, interviews, etc.)
4. Send these materials to Michael, either by email (as attachment) or by regular mail.
5. Submit a non-refundable deposit of 200.00 USD, which will not be processed until the materials have been received. Here is a link to our ONLINE PAYMENT FORM. This fee covers the first hour of review, and most Level One Reviews take about one hour, unless additional review services are requested. Level Two and Three Reviews will be charged hourly depending on the comprehensiveness of services requested.
6. The review process usually takes about one week. Results are sent to the client via email, unless requested otherwise.
Testimony available
Michael is available to testify to any issues connected to the exam reviewed, subject to availability. Michael’s fee for testimony is 200.00 USD per hour with a 4 hour minimum. If the testimony can not be done remotely, Michael must also charge for expenses to travel to the location where testimony is needed.
This page addresses customer questions about the following issues:
- Lie Detector Review
- Polygraph Review
- Lie Detector Second Opinion
- Polygraph Second Opinion
- Lie Detector Quality Assurance
- Polygraph Quality Assurance
- Lie Detector Quality Control
- Polygraph Quality Control
- Lie Detector Accuracy Check
- Polygraph Accuracy Check
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