Crime Scene Processing and Photographic Documentation Quiz

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According to the text, which of the following is considered evidence at a crime scene?

Weapons (guns, knives)

Forensic materials (fingerprint cards, photographs)

All of the above (correct)

None of the above

What is the role of a Crime Scene Technician (CST) according to the text?

To secure the crime scene

To render first aid

To collect evidence

All of the above (correct)

Why should responding officers be cognizant of DNA at a crime scene?

DNA can help identify the offender

DNA can be recovered from blood and bodily fluids

DNA is a major factor in solving cases

All of the above (correct)

Which of the following is the first step in crime scene processing?

Photographing the overall scene Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in photographs and/or video tapes of a crime scene?

The overall scene and all items to be collected or preserved Signup and view all the answers

When should video recording of a crime scene occur?

Before the processing and collection of evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sketches in crime scene investigation?

To eliminate clutter in photographs Signup and view all the answers

According to Locard's exchange principle, what happens when there is contact between two items at a crime scene?

There will be an exchange Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Fume Hood in the CGPD Crime Lab?

To conduct Ninhydrin processing Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do when obtaining latent fingerprints?

Place the latents in a container sealed with evidence tape Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for physical evidence collected by the Crime Scene Technician?

Initials and employee ID number of the CST Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, who is responsible for processing the crime scene?

Crime Scene Technician Signup and view all the answers

Which individuals may be needed to process the crime scene?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Crime Scene Technician (CST)?

Examination of a crime scene to collect substances Signup and view all the answers

What information is recorded in the Electronic Crime Scene Logbook upon completion of a crime scene?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the recommended method for developing and removing latent fingerprints from surfaces?

Using clear and frosted latent tape Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if visible prints subject to destruction under normal processing are found?

They should be photographed before further development or collection Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if items believed to be covered with latent prints fail to develop under normal processing methods?

They should be packaged to protect their surfaces Signup and view all the answers

What information should be recorded on the back of all latent lift cards?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Crime Scene Processing and Photographic Documentation Quiz

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Questions and Answers

According to the text, which of the following is considered evidence at a crime scene?

What is the role of a Crime Scene Technician (CST) according to the text?

Why should responding officers be cognizant of DNA at a crime scene?

Which of the following is the first step in crime scene processing?

What should be included in photographs and/or video tapes of a crime scene?

When should video recording of a crime scene occur?

What is the purpose of sketches in crime scene investigation?

According to Locard's exchange principle, what happens when there is contact between two items at a crime scene?

What is the purpose of the Fume Hood in the CGPD Crime Lab?

What should personnel do when obtaining latent fingerprints?

What is the minimum requirement for physical evidence collected by the Crime Scene Technician?

According to the text, who is responsible for processing the crime scene?

Which individuals may be needed to process the crime scene?

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of a Crime Scene Technician (CST)?

What information is recorded in the Electronic Crime Scene Logbook upon completion of a crime scene?

According to the text, what is the recommended method for developing and removing latent fingerprints from surfaces?

What should be done if visible prints subject to destruction under normal processing are found?

What should be done if items believed to be covered with latent prints fail to develop under normal processing methods?

What information should be recorded on the back of all latent lift cards?

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