“As a state court trial judge for 18 years, I was familiar with Mr. Rucker’s work as a polygraph examiner. Criminal cases were dismissed or never brought depending on whether the defense attorney was experienced enough to employ a polygraph examiner that is trusted by “the government.”
This book is a “must” for everyone in the legal field, employers, detective, human resources directors, or anyone who thinks they are being deceived. The general public will be fascinated at the advances that have been made in this field since the days it was depicted in black and white movies.
Many uses of the polygraph, I assumed, were “tricks of the trade” and not to be disclosed to the public. That ends with Mr. Rucker’s breakthrough book. Well written by Rucker, who has extensive experience not only as a expert polygraph examiner but as a detective, chief investigator for a district attorney, a state trooper and as a business owner
Neil Rucker’s book, Secrets of the Truth Trade, shatters the myth that polygraphs don’t work, can be beaten and are “old technology.” Anyone who thinks that does not know these secrets: they are used all the time. For example, prosecutors will often dismiss or not bring cases if there is no physical evidence and allegations that a defendant committed a sex crime. Many crimes such as sex crimes and theft, often don’t have physical evidence. This book will explain how a polygraph can be used, not misused, to keep you out of jail.
Anyone who has ever said “polygraphs are not admissible in court” should read this book. They are not admissible in court but 97% of criminal cases are never tried but rather settled. Rucker explains how many cases are often never brought or dismissed with the right polygraph examiner and certain defendants. He explains that many sex offenders who have been released from prison can be controlled through the use of polygraphs.
The polygraph is a fascinating world which will open the readers eyes to the “truth trade.”
Judge Rusty Johnston (Ret.)
Alabama Circuit Court Judge (1997-2015)
Secrets of the Truth Trade should be required reading for everybody connected with law enforcement and our justice system including all lawyers. It would also be of interest to any reader who enjoys detective novels or true crime stories. Even TV fans of shows from Dragnet through Hill Street Blues to NCIS, Law & Order or Court TV will greatly enjoy this well-written and easy to read story. I have known Neil Rucker for almost 50 years and have great respect for his ability and integrity. We need more like him. I’m glad he decided to put his experience down in writing and make it available for us.
Bill Baxley
Bill Baxley was a two-term Attorney General, one-term leiutenant Governor and the Democratic nominee for Governor in 1986
“Throughout Neil’s 40+ year polygraph career he has heard it all. Secrets of the Truth Trade will amaze you with surprising revelations and insights that only someone with his vast experience can assemble. Neil has been my friend and a valued member of our Network for many years. Enjoy reading about this man’s incredible career.”
Michael Martin, Owner of the Global Polygraph Network, has administered exams in connection with the Columbine High School shootings, the Joanne Katrinak murder case, and the Preppie Murder case, in addition to hundreds of exams for national and international television shows as “The Lie Detector Guy.
“Secrets of the Truth Trade is an important expose of the unfortunate practice of “Righteous Busts” that is the source of so much hostility between the police and the black community, both men and women. Neil Rucker’s professional experience and his storytelling skills make him the perfect voice to report on this important topic.”
Bob Zellner, Author of “The Wrong Side of Murder Creek: A White Southerner in the Freedom Movement” – Forward by Julian Bond; New South Books
“Hello Mr. Rucker,
Recently my son Mark spent a few days with me and brought your book “Secrets of the Truth Trade” for me to read. What a book! I could not put it down and finished it in one day.
Your book should be required reading by all police, school personnel etc.
Sincerely,” Jeflyn Baggs