Polygraph Consent Form
Understanding this form
The Polygraph Consent Form is a legal document used by an employee to give their consent for a polygraph test, often referred to as a lie detector test. This form is crucial as it ensures the employee's voluntary participation and serves as a record of their agreement, distinguishing it from other consent forms that may not specifically pertain to polygraph testing.
Form components explained
- Statement of voluntary participation, confirming that the decision to take the test is not coerced.
- Signature line for the employee to confirm consent.
- Date field to indicate when consent was provided.
- A clause stating the employee has kept a copy of the consent form for their records.
When to use this document
This form should be used when an employer requires an employee to undergo a polygraph test as part of an investigation or hiring process. It serves to protect both the employer and the employee by ensuring that the employee is aware of their rights and has consented to the testing procedure.
Who can use this document
The following individuals should consider using the Polygraph Consent Form:
- Employees who are being asked to take a polygraph test by their employer.
- Employers who require formal documentation of consent for polygraph testing.
- Human resources professionals involved in processes that include polygraph examinations.
Instructions for completing this form
- Read the entire form carefully to understand the terms and implications.
- Confirm that your decision to take the test is voluntary and not coerced.
- Sign the form in the designated signature line.
- Enter the date on which you are signing the form.
- Keep a copy of the signed form for your personal records.
Is notarization required?
This form usually doesn’t need to be notarized. However, local laws or specific transactions may require it. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you complete it remotely through a secure video session, available 24/7.
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Common mistakes
- Not reading the entire form before signing.
- Forgetting to keep a copy for personal records.
- Signing the form without being fully aware of the implications of agreeing to the polygraph test.
Benefits of using this form online
- Immediate access to the form, allowing for quick and convenient completion.
- Editable format, ensuring that users can fill in their specific information accurately.
- Reliability of content drafted by licensed attorneys, providing peace of mind about legal validity.
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FAQ
Polygraphs measure physiological arousal factors, including heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, perspiration, and skin conductivity. The theory of the lie detector test is that these physiological responses will be different when the subject is truthful versus when the subject lies.
According to a report from the National Academy of Sciences, a variety of mental and physical factors, such as anxiety about being tested, can affect polygraph results making the technique susceptible to error. Unfortunately, once you have failed a government polygraph test, there may be little you can do to
The answer: sort of. Dr. Saxe explains: The fundamental problem is that there is no unique physiological response to lying. So, yes, anxiety plays a role, as do medications that affect heart rate and blood pressure.
Polygraphs are easy to beat." NSA spokeswoman Vanee Vines says that the polygraph "is one of the vetting tools" used by the NSA and other federal agencies "to assess an individual's eligibility for access, and continued eligibility access, to highly sensitive intelligence information."
When you answer a question on the polygraph, give only the answer that is required. That means yes or no only. A closed question, in the context of the polygraph test, can be challenging to answer, however especially when a binary yes or no feels too simplistic. That is the point.
How to cheat it. According to George Maschke and Gino Scalabrini, authors of The Lie Behind the Lie Detector, there are four ways to beat the test: Change your heart rate , breathing rate, blood pressure and sweat level while answering control questions.
You will be asked about the following topics during a typical police polygraph or CVSA: Shoplifting or theft of money or merchandise from employer. Illegal drug trafficking or dealing. Illegal drug or medication use, including steroids.
