What is IAATI?
The International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) was formed in the United States in 1952 in order to improve communication and coordination among professional auto theft investigators. It has grown to almost 3,500 members representing over 35 countries and includes representatives of law enforcement agencies, as well as many others with a legitimate interest in auto theft investigation, prevention and education. More information can be found at www.iaati.org.
IAATI recognises that our most effective weapon to combat the crime of auto theft is cooperation. IAATI has actively pursued this by providing its members with an array of experience, training and resources in areas such as technical developments, trends, intelligence information and investigative assistance. Through IAATI we are able to pool our resources in order to achieve our common interests, and better serve our communities.
IAATI is dedicated to developing and encouraging the highest professional standards of conduct among auto theft investigators, while providing an infrastructure for those dedicated individuals to broaden their knowledge and develop the crucial business networks with local and international colleagues.
Australasian Branch
The Australasian Branch was founded in 1993 by Sergeant Sue Maxwell of the Queensland Police Service and Senior Constable Craig Petterd of the Australian Federal Police. The Australasian Branch currently has over 200 members from across Australia and New Zealand.
Committee Members
Office Bearers and Committee
- President : Dennis Connor - DCSE Consulting, South Australia
- Vice President : Mark Bennedick - Verifact, Queensland
- Vice President : Harry Rakintzis - AAMI, Victoria
- Immediate Past President : Paul Thomas - Attorney Generals Department, South Australia
- Executive Director : Keith Schmidt - Queensland Police Service, Queensland
Committee
- Ian Gunthorpe - Queensland Police Service, Queensland
- Bob McKay - McKay Investigations, New South Wales
- Mark Pollard - F.I.R.E.S, South Australia
- Frank de Jong - Spotter, New Zealand
- John O'Byrne - Hodgeson Lawyers, Queensland
Membership
Current Member Contact Details
Current financial members can view the contact details of members who consent to have their details on the list. One of the strengths of the IAATI organisation is that it facilitates communication among members worldwide so assistance and advice can be obtained.
Details of the Australasian Branch members can be obtained from the link below. A Password will be required. Financial members can request a password from the webmaster.
Contact details of international members must be obtained from the IAATI International web site.
Can I Become a Member?
Membership is open to an individual that can demonstrate they have a legitimate interest in vehicle theft and is particularly relevant (but not limited) to anyone working in the following areas:
- Policing - Investigators, Intelligence Analysts and Scientific staff
- Insurance - Fraud and Investigation staff, Claim and Underwriting Managers
- Private Investigators
- Vehicle Registration authorities - Inspectors and policy makers
- Crime prevention and fraud specialists
- Academics and Researchers
- Motor Trades - Policy makers
- Vehicle Manufacturers
- Forensic Locksmiths
Application For Membership
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Applicants for membership of IAATI must be nominated by two existing members. Applicants who are not known to existing members can be nominated directly by the committee if they are deemed to be suitable applicants according to IAATI's rules and regulations.
Prospective members can print a copy of the membership form and complete the details. Once completed it can be posted to the address shown on the form along with a cheque or money order. The cost of membership is disclosed on the form.
For new membership enquiries, please email the Branch President.
Renewal Of Membership
Existing members can print a copy of the renewal form. Once completed, post it along with a cheque or money order to the address shown on the form.
Not Sure Of Your Membership Status?
Members or former members who are uncertain of whether they are financial or who have not been receiving newsletters should email the Branch Secretary to check on their status and recorded contact details.
Code of Ethics
- I will, as an auto theft investigator, regard myself as a member of an important and honorable profession.
- I will conduct both my personal and official life so as to inspire the confidence of the public.
- I will not use my profession and my position of trust for personal advantage or profit.
- I will regard my fellow investigators with the same standards as I hold for myself.
- I will never betray a confidence or otherwise jeopardize their investigations.
- I will regard it my duty to know my work thoroughly.
- It is my further duty to avail myself of every opportunity to learn more about my profession.
- I will avoid alliances with those whose goals are inconsistent with an honest and unbiased investigation.
- I will make no claim to professional qualifications, which I do not possess.
- I will share all publicity equally with my fellow investigators, whether such publicity is favorable or unfavorable.
- I will be loyal to my superiors; to my subordinates and to the organization I represent.
- I will bear in mind always that I am a truth-seeker, not a case-maker.