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?

    <p>Photographing the overall scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The overall scene and all items to be collected or preserved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should video recording of a crime scene occur?

    <p>Before the processing and collection of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of sketches in crime scene investigation?

    <p>To eliminate clutter in photographs</p> 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?

    <p>There will be an exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To conduct Ninhydrin processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should personnel do when obtaining latent fingerprints?

    <p>Place the latents in a container sealed with evidence tape</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Initials and employee ID number of the CST</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Crime Scene Technician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individuals may be needed to process the crime scene?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Examination of a crime scene to collect substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Using clear and frosted latent tape</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They should be photographed before further development or collection</p> 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?

    <p>They should be packaged to protect their surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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