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What is the primary focus of the instructor in the investigation of the point of entry at a burglary scene?
What is the main objective of a preliminary investigation in a burglary case?
What is the characteristic of a burglary that makes it challenging to investigate?
What is the term used to describe the pattern of behavior or habits of a burglar?
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What is the main limitation of the police in investigating a burglary?
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What is the primary objective of a criminal investigation in a burglary case?
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What is the key challenge in investigating burglary cases?
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What are the two factors used to determine the skill level of a burglar?
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What is characteristic of a novice/amateur burglar?
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What is typical of an opportunist burglar?
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What is characteristic of a professional burglar?
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Why is the means of gaining entry important in a burglary investigation?
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What should be examined closely at the point of entry?
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What is the purpose of photographing toolmarks or impressions?
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What is the third phase of a burglary scene investigation?
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What is the significance of determining a burglar's Modus Operandi (MO)?
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What is the primary purpose of Modus Operandi in a burglary investigation?
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What is an example of a unique characteristic in a Modus Operandi?
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What is the significance of glass fragments in suspect's clothing in a burglary case?
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What is the primary purpose of analyzing the search method in a burglary case?
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What type of evidence can be collected from a safe during a burglary investigation?
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What is the significance of paint chips in a suspect's clothing in a burglary case?
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Upon completing this lesson, the trainee will be able to identify the factors that determine the skill level of which type of perpetrator?
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What is the primary focus of the instructor when examining a burglary scene?
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What is the term used to describe a burglar's pattern of behavior or habits?
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What type of evidence is commonly found at a burglary scene?
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What phase of a burglary scene investigation is often restricted to the Alfold search portion?
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What is the characteristic of a burglary that makes it challenging to investigate?
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What is the purpose of identifying a burglar's Modus Operandi in an investigation?
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What type of physical evidence can be collected from a burglary scene?
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What can be determined from the direction of glass fragments found at a burglary scene?
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What is a characteristic of a burglar's Modus Operandi that can be used to identify them?
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What can be inferred from the way a burglar searches a premises?
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What is a unique characteristic of a burglar's Modus Operandi?
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What is the primary reason for a burglar's vulnerability to detection during the entry phase?
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Which type of burglar is more likely to steal small items that can be sold to friends?
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What is the purpose of using a ruler in photographing toolmarks?
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What can be inferred from a burglar's method of search and items taken?
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Which type of burglar is more likely to have inside information from a snitch?
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What is the primary purpose of examining the point of exit at a burglary scene?
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What is the significance of a burglar's Modus Operandi (MO) in a burglary investigation?
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What is characteristic of a professional burglar's targets?
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What is the primary purpose of examining the method of search and items taken at a burglary scene?
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What is the significance of toolmarks or impressions found at the point of entry?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Burglary Investigation
- The primary objectives of a criminal investigation include identifying the factors that determine the skill level of burglars, identifying the phases of a burglary scene investigation, and identifying the special importance of a thorough examination of the point of entry at a burglary scene.
Factors Determining Skill Level of Burglars
- Two factors used to determine the skill level of a burglar: ability to gain entry into a premise and business sense of the burglar in regard to his selection of loot and ability to transport and dispose of the loot.
- Burglars can be classified into one of three categories: novice/amateur, opportunist, and professional based on these factors.
Characteristics of Burglars
- Novice/Amateur:
- Characterized as juveniles or prowlers
- Leaves the most amount of evidence at the scene
- Often commits senseless vandalism
- Steals small items that can be sold to friends or that won’t cause parents to become suspicious
- Opportunist:
- Steals guns, drugs, TVs, VCRs, stereos, jewelry, etc.
- Has vehicles, partners, fence, tools, and a higher entry ability
- Many times, a drug addict
- Looks for burglary targets (quick hits)
- Uses various methods of entry (jimmy entry, celluloid entry, step over a human fly entry, roof entry, cut in entry)
- Professional:
- Planning and sophistication - how they make a living
- Able to beat alarm systems, pick, or take out locks
- Has inside information from a snitch
- Has a ready market for the loot and steals by order
- Few jobs a year
- Older person who leaves the least amount of evidence
- Often uses power tools
- Often only hits businesses
- Uses various methods of entry (roof entry, cut in entry, safe burglary, pick lock)
Phases of Burglary Scene Investigation
- Three phases of a burglary scene investigation:
- Means of gaining entry
- Most important phase of the investigation
- Examine point of entry for evidence (toolmarks or other methods of forced entry) 2. What the burglars did while in the building
- Method of search and items taken may help determine the burglar’s skill level
- Any unique characteristics help to indicate the burglars’ Modus Operandi 3. How the burglar exited the premises
- Evidence may be located at point of exit or along path of flight
- Helps in determining the Modus Operandi
Modus Operandi in a Burglary Investigation
- Modus Operandi is used as a tool to eliminate and/or focus the burglary investigation on one person or group of persons
- Seven factors which make up a Modus Operandi in a burglary case:
- Time of day
- Location
- How entrance was gained
- How the search was conducted
- What property was taken
- Removal and escape
- Any unique characteristics
Physical Evidence in Burglary Cases
- Fingerprints:
- Point of entry/exit
- Items handled
- Glass:
- Could be fragments in suspect’s clothing
- Direction of impact can be determined
- Jimmy Marks:
- Tool identification
- Safe parts (insulation)
- Broken tool parts
- Personal items left at scene
- Paint:
- May be chips in suspect’s clothing
Introduction to Burglary Investigation
- The primary objectives of a criminal investigation include identifying the factors that determine the skill level of burglars, identifying the phases of a burglary scene investigation, and identifying the special importance of a thorough examination of the point of entry at a burglary scene.
Factors Determining Skill Level of Burglars
- Two factors used to determine the skill level of a burglar: ability to gain entry into a premise and business sense of the burglar in regard to his selection of loot and ability to transport and dispose of the loot.
- Burglars can be classified into one of three categories: novice/amateur, opportunist, and professional based on these factors.
Characteristics of Burglars
- Novice/Amateur:
- Characterized as juveniles or prowlers
- Leaves the most amount of evidence at the scene
- Often commits senseless vandalism
- Steals small items that can be sold to friends or that won’t cause parents to become suspicious
- Opportunist:
- Steals guns, drugs, TVs, VCRs, stereos, jewelry, etc.
- Has vehicles, partners, fence, tools, and a higher entry ability
- Many times, a drug addict
- Looks for burglary targets (quick hits)
- Uses various methods of entry (jimmy entry, celluloid entry, step over a human fly entry, roof entry, cut in entry)
- Professional:
- Planning and sophistication - how they make a living
- Able to beat alarm systems, pick, or take out locks
- Has inside information from a snitch
- Has a ready market for the loot and steals by order
- Few jobs a year
- Older person who leaves the least amount of evidence
- Often uses power tools
- Often only hits businesses
- Uses various methods of entry (roof entry, cut in entry, safe burglary, pick lock)
Phases of Burglary Scene Investigation
- Three phases of a burglary scene investigation:
- Means of gaining entry
- Most important phase of the investigation
- Examine point of entry for evidence (toolmarks or other methods of forced entry) 2. What the burglars did while in the building
- Method of search and items taken may help determine the burglar’s skill level
- Any unique characteristics help to indicate the burglars’ Modus Operandi 3. How the burglar exited the premises
- Evidence may be located at point of exit or along path of flight
- Helps in determining the Modus Operandi
Modus Operandi in a Burglary Investigation
- Modus Operandi is used as a tool to eliminate and/or focus the burglary investigation on one person or group of persons
- Seven factors which make up a Modus Operandi in a burglary case:
- Time of day
- Location
- How entrance was gained
- How the search was conducted
- What property was taken
- Removal and escape
- Any unique characteristics
Physical Evidence in Burglary Cases
- Fingerprints:
- Point of entry/exit
- Items handled
- Glass:
- Could be fragments in suspect’s clothing
- Direction of impact can be determined
- Jimmy Marks:
- Tool identification
- Safe parts (insulation)
- Broken tool parts
- Personal items left at scene
- Paint:
- May be chips in suspect’s clothing
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Learn about the primary objectives and procedures of a criminal investigation, including the main objectives and steps of a preliminary investigation. This lesson plan covers the essential aspects of conducting a burglary investigation.
