Who will be my polygraph examiner?

Mark Sitko, an experienced retired FBI Special Agent and a Federally certified polygraph examiner.

How soon can I get tested?

Please call or email to schedule an appointment. Every effort will be made to accommodate your schedule and conduct the exam in a timely manner.

How should I prepare the day of my polygraph examination?

Get as much sleep as possible and avoid drinking alcohol the night before the examination. Wear comfortable clothing and make sure to take any prescribed medications. Stay hydrated and eat what you would normally consume for breakfast or lunch depending on time of day of your examination.

What will happen the during my polygraph examination?

A pre-interview will be conducted to review the relevant information and to prepare for the examination. Next, a pre-test will be conducted followed by a review of all the questions that will be asked during the examination. After the examination, the results of the examination will be reviewed with you and any questions you might want answered.

What if I am sick and not feeling well?

Call as soon as you can to reschedule your examination.

What if I’m generally a nervous person or have a “guilty conscience ” type personality?

Your suitability will be assessed prior to the examination. Being a nervous person or having a guilty conscience does not affect the overall results. After reviewing the process, issues, and exam questions, most people are quite comfortable taking the exam. It is common and expected that almost everyone will feel somewhat anxious before taking a polygraph examination.

What kind of issues cannot be tested?

Mental states such as love, lust, or hatred, and hypothetical situations cannot be tested. Acceptable issues are focused on physical acts or to the veracity of a statement.

Can a polygraph examination be conducted in a foreign language or using a sign language interpreter?

Yes, Summit Polygraph LLC has substantial experience using foreign language and sign language interpreters during polygraph examinations.