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Polygraph Licensing Advisory Committee
General and Intern Examiners In Oregon
Interested in Becoming A Polygraph Examiner??
Polygraph Intern - General License Testing Dates
Intern FAQ's
Intern Critique Form
Intern Study Guide
Other Links (Minutes, Admin. Rules, Polygraph Schools, etc.)
 
POLYGRAPH MINUTES
 
Administrative Rules (Division 20)
 
Department Approved Polygraph Schools: http://www.polygraph.org/content/apa-accredited-polygraph-schools

Polygraph Licensing Advisory Committee
For a list of the Committee members, please send an email to rebecca.hannon@state.or.us
 
 
Regular Meeting Dates for 2008:
  • May 13th at 9 a.m. 
  • October 14th at 9 a.m. 

General and Intern Examiners In Oregon

General Examiners 
Last Name First Name
Expiration
 Type
Andersen Malinda
January 31, 2009
 G
Anderson Gregory L.
July 17, 2009
 G
Bryant C.W. Bear
August 25, 2009
 G
Carter Rebecca A.
November 8, 2008
 G
Coats Susan C.
January 17, 2009
 G
Cook Roger
January 15, 2009
 G
Crutchfield F. Wayne
November 29,2008
 G
DeBord Dennis D.
July 22, 2009
 G
Donahue Sally Jo
February 18, 2009
 G
Evans Daniel
May 22, 2009
 G
Farrell Chauncey
October 12, 2009
 G
Fearing Douglas D.
January 25, 2009
 G
Fels John S.
July 7, 2009
 G
Galindo Richard
September 18,2008
 G
Garcia Joseph P.
January 24, 2009
 G
Gardner Lucinda J.
July 1, 2009
 G
Hebner Steven M.
September 15,2008
 G
Holmes Susan A.
September 20,2008
 G
Jessen-Iverson Tamera M.
September 13,2009
 G
Kirsch James B.
October 15, 2008
 G
Konopasek James
April 29, 2009
 G
Leutwyler Glenda J.
September 20,2008
 G
Lundell Robert G.
January 9, 2009
 G
Mathewson Ingrid
January 10, 2009
 G
McCann Hadley
May 15, 2009
 G
McCullough Michael K.
January 21, 2009
 G
Miller Carol R.
September 10,2009
 G
Minnich Rickey L.
June 2, 2009
 G
Morse Cynthia E.
March 27, 2009
 G
Mosher Robert A.
February 10, 2009
 G
Myers Michael 
September 6, 2009
 G
Padilla Carol
January 24, 2009
 G
Phillips Bruce R.
September 23,2009
 G
Ranger Mark D.
July 15, 2009
 G
Rawlins James H.
September 14,2009
 G
Scharmota James L.
March 28, 2009
 G
Simmons Kenneth L.
November 13,2008
 G
Strickland Brian P.
September 22,2009
 G
Stupfel Leon M.
February 27, 2009
 G
Taber Edwin S.
September 14,2009
 G
Turre Ralph
July 30, 2009
 G
Walter William L.
September 15,2009
 G
Wicklund Floyd N.
February 19, 2009
 G
Womack Ronald
January 14, 2009
 G
Wygant James R.
August 2, 2009
 G
York Derry
April 26th, 2009
 G
 

Intern Examiners
Buettner Monty July 1, 2009  I
Cobb Anthony April 7, 2009  I
Jayo Thomas J. August 6, 2008  I
Kaber Chris E. October 14, 2008  I
Martin Rebecca L. October 14, 2008  I
Stark Jerry November 28,2007  I
Tabor John D. September 8, 2009  I
Tabor Michael November 12,2008  I
Tesi Paul G. June 24, 2008  I
Wanless Becky J. October 14, 2008  I
Wanless Peter October 14, 2008  I

Interested in Becoming A Polygraph Examiner??
1. How can I become a polygraph examiner in Oregon?
  • Obtain a polygraph packet.
  • Attend a Department-approved polygraph school. There is a list of approved schools on American Polygraph Association (APA) website at http://www.polygraph.org/schools.cfm.
  • Have your fingerprints taken at a local law enforcement agency.
  • Send your application for Intern license, your fingerprint cards, the fees for the application, and the fingerprint cards to DPSST.
  • Read the Oregon Administrative Rules governing Polygraph. OAR 259-020.
 
2. What is in the polygraph packet?
  • Oregon Administrative Rules*
  • Oregon Revised Statutes*
  • List of Fees
  • Intern FAQ’s Sheet*
  • F-203 Application for License
  • F-203A Critique Form*
  • Examiners Lists
  • Polygraph Licensing Advisory Committee List
  • Study Guide*
 
3. What is does it mean to be an Intern?
  • You must be an intern before you can become a general examiner.
  • See the Intern FAQ’s Sheet for more information regarding the Intern process.
 
4. What are the fees?
  • $35 for the Intern License (yearly renewal required)
  • $51 for the Fingerprint fees
  • $50 for the General License (yearly renewal required)
  • $50 for General Examiner’s Written Exam (each time you test)
 
5. How long does it take to process my Intern application?
  • Allow 2-3 weeks for OSP to process your fingerprints.
  • Allow 4-5 weeks to process your entire application and fingerprints.
 
6. When can I start conducting polygraph exams?
  • After your intern license has been issued.
  • You must be licensed through the Department before you may conduct any exams.
 
7. What is involved in the Internship?
  • Conduct a minimum number of exams in 2 years.
  • Obtaining critique reviews by multiple general examiners.
  • See the Intern FAQ’s Sheet for more detail.
 
8. What do I need to do to obtain a General License?
  • Complete all requirements of an internship.
  • Successfully pass a written exam.
  • Meet with the Polygraph Licensing Advisory Committee for an oral interview.
  • Apply for a General License and pay licensing fee.
 
9. What if I already have a general license from another state?
  • Contact Rebecca Hannon at 503-378-2328.

*Available on our website at www.dpsst.state.or.us under “Polygraph.”
 
If you have questions, or need additional information, please contact Rebecca Hannon at 503-378-2328.

Polygraph Intern - General License Testing Dates
2008 Testing Dates: To Be Announced
 
In order to be scheduled for testing, you will need to notify DPSST by phone that you wish to test no later than the notification dates listed above. Fee for testing is $50. Call Rebecca Hannon at 503-378-2328 to register or if you have any questions.

Intern FAQ's
POLYGRAPH INTERN FAQ SHEET       1.      WHEN DOES MY INTERN LICENSE EXPIRE?
 
General Polygraph Intern Licenses expire one year after being issued.
However, all Interns are allowed two years to complete 200 exams.
 
2.      HOW MANY EXAMINATIONS DO I NEED TO CONDUCT BEFORE I CAN
         TEST FOR MY GENERAL LICENSE?
 
You must complete 200 examinations before you can test for the general polygraph examiner license.
 
3.      WHAT IF I CAN’T COMPLETE 200 TESTS IN TWO YEARS?
 
OAR 259-070-0010(2) allows for a ONE time extension, up to one year if the applicant provides “just cause.”   The request for an extension must be made in writing and the applicant must appear before the polygraph licensing advisory committee.    
 
4.      WHAT HAPPENS IF I FAIL THE TEST?
 
Requirements may be prescribed if you fail the first or second examination.  Your trainee license will be suspended if you fail the third examination.  You may submit a new application only after retaking and successfully completing a polygraph examiner’s course approved by the Department. 
 
5.      HOW MANY CRITIQUES ARE NECESSARY?
 
OAR 259-020-0010(2)  requires submitting 20 examinations of the first 200 conducted.  The following format is mandatory:
 
Submit 5 exams out of the first 20 conducted       (i.e., Test #1-#20)
Submit 5 exams out of the second 30 conducted (i.e., Test #21-#50)
Submit 5 exams out of the third 50 conducted      (i.e., Test #51-#100)
Submit 5 exams out of the last 100 conducted     (i.e., Test #101-#200)
 
6.      WHEN ARE CRITIQUES DUE?
 
The original critiques MUST be completed on DPSST Form 203-a and MUST be completed within 30 days of each series listed above.  One copy should be retained by the reviewer and one by the trainee.
 
7.      WHEN SHOULD I RENEW MY LICENSE? 
 
At least one month prior to the expiration date to allow time to process the application and make up any deficiencies.  Allowing additional time ensures there are no lapses in your license.
 
 
8.      HOW MUCH ARE RENEWAL FEES?
 
$35 annually.
 
9.      DO I NEED TO ATTEND TRAINING?
 
Yes.  You are required to complete 30 hours during each two-year period.  The two-year period begins with your initial license.
 
10.    WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T ATTEND TRAINING OR FORGET TO SUBMIT
         MY TRAINING?
 
When your license expires, you will not be re-licensed until you submit proof of training.
 
11.    WHAT IF MY LICENSE EXPIRES?
 
You are prohibited from conducting polygraphs until you are re-licensed.
 
12.    IS THERE ANY PENALTY FOR VIOLATING THE RULES?
 
Yes.  Your license may be suspended, revoked or the Department may refuse to reissue a new license.
 
14.    WHAT IF SOMEONE COMPLAINS ABOUT ME?
 
The Polygraph Licensing Advisory Committee will review and investigate all complaints and then make a recommendation to the Director on all allegations. 
 
15.    DO I HAVE TO RETAIN ANY OTHER RECORDS?
 
Yes.  You must keep a numerical log or ledger (beginning with #1) of the examinations you conduct.  You must provide a brief record of the name of the person examined, date, time, type of examination and results, and any other information you consider pertinent.  You must also keep folders containing all available test information, including notes, questions, charts, reports and correspondence.
 
16.    HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO KEEP THESE RECORDS?
 
All records must be maintained for a minimum of five (5) years, unless State Archives rules require longer maintenance.
 
17.    WHERE CAN I FIND THE RULES GOVERNING MY LICENSE?
 
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 703
Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR 259-020-0000 through OAR 259-020-0065).       
 
18.    WHERE CAN I FIND UPDATED INFORMATION ON POLYGRAPH RULES?
 
On DPSST website:  www.dpsst.state.or.us

Intern Critique Form
PLAC Review Critique F203a

Intern Study Guide
General Exam Study Guide

 
Page updated: October 07, 2008

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