Crime Scene Management and Evidence Types
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What are the three primary aspects of crime scene management?

  • Administrative, legal, and forensic
  • Operational, legal, and administrative (correct)
  • Legal, investigative, and forensic
  • Investigative, operational, and administrative
  • Which type of evidence is described as microscopic material?

  • Circumstantial evidence
  • Testimonial evidence
  • Trace evidence (correct)
  • Physical evidence
  • What protection does the Fourth Amendment provide?

  • Protection of freedom of speech
  • Protection against double jeopardy
  • Protection against self-incrimination
  • Protection against unreasonable search and seizure (correct)
  • What does the acronym CYMBL represent in crime scene descriptions?

    <p>Color, year, make, body, license</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of blood stain is formed by acts of gravity?

    <p>Passive blood stains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Crime Scene Management

    • Three primary aspects: administrative, operational, and legal.

    Trace Evidence

    • Microscopic material.
    • Example: drugs connected to a drug dealer.

    Physical Evidence

    • Tangible items linked to a crime.
    • Example: drugs found during a search warrant.

    Circumstantial Evidence

    • Indirect evidence suggesting a connection to a crime.
    • Example: footprints at a burglary scene.

    Fourth Amendment

    • Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.

    Victim Care

    • Prioritizing victim care after verifying a crime.

    Law Enforcement Tragedy

    • Dallas, Texas ambush (2016) deadliest since 9/11.

    Flash Descriptions (CYMBL)

    • Color, year, make, body, license.

    Blood Stain Patterns

    • Passive stains: formed by gravity (pooling, drops).
    • Cast-off stains: fling motion (suggests striking).

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    This quiz covers the essential elements of crime scene management, including various types of evidence such as trace and physical evidence, as well as the legal aspects under the Fourth Amendment. Test your knowledge on victim care, circumstantial evidence, and more detailed forensic concepts like blood stain patterns. Whether you are a student of criminal justice or just interested in forensic science, this quiz is perfect for you!

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