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What is the primary purpose of securing a crime scene?
What is the primary purpose of securing a crime scene?
Which technique involves creating notes, photographs, and sketches during a crime scene investigation?
Which technique involves creating notes, photographs, and sketches during a crime scene investigation?
What type of evidence is represented by soil samples or hair?
What type of evidence is represented by soil samples or hair?
In the context of crime scene investigations, what is the purpose of a rough sketch?
In the context of crime scene investigations, what is the purpose of a rough sketch?
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What is NOT a component of the chain of custody?
What is NOT a component of the chain of custody?
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What principle states that objects in contact with each other will transfer material?
What principle states that objects in contact with each other will transfer material?
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What is the first step taken in any crime scene investigation?
What is the first step taken in any crime scene investigation?
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What is primarily assessed during the walkthrough of a crime scene?
What is primarily assessed during the walkthrough of a crime scene?
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What is the final step in a crime scene investigation?
What is the final step in a crime scene investigation?
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Which type of evidence is described by the term 'latent print'?
Which type of evidence is described by the term 'latent print'?
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What is the purpose of the chain of custody in a criminal investigation?
What is the purpose of the chain of custody in a criminal investigation?
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What does 'trace evidence' typically include?
What does 'trace evidence' typically include?
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During a crime scene investigation, what is one of the main objectives of securing the crime scene?
During a crime scene investigation, what is one of the main objectives of securing the crime scene?
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What is typically included in a rough sketch of the crime scene?
What is typically included in a rough sketch of the crime scene?
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Which process involves the identification of who is responsible for a crime?
Which process involves the identification of who is responsible for a crime?
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What role does the walkthrough play during the crime scene investigation?
What role does the walkthrough play during the crime scene investigation?
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Study Notes
Criminal Investigation
- The process of determining if a law violation occurred, identifying responsible parties, and victims, involving evidence discovery, collection, processing, and reporting.
Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)
- The complete process of obtaining evidence and information from a suspected crime location.
Securing the Crime Scene
- The initial priority, ensuring safety, providing medical aid, and preserving the scene.
Documentation in CSI
- Includes detailed notes, photography, videography, and sketching.
Crime Scene Types
- Primary crime scene: Where the crime initially occurred.
Trace Evidence
- Includes materials like hair, fibers, and soil samples.
Walk-through Purpose
- Developing a crime theory and planning the investigation.
Chain of Custody
- Records the evidence's handling from discovery to court presentation.
Latent Prints
- Fingerprints left on non-porous surfaces (door knobs, light switches).
Crime Scene Sketches
- Rough sketch: An initial, general layout of the scene, including body or object locations.
Locard's Principle of Exchange
- States that objects in contact transfer material to each other.
Criminal Investigation
- A process by authorized law enforcement to determine if a law was violated, identifying responsible parties and victims through evidence discovery, collection, processing, and reporting.
Crime Scene Investigation
- The complete process of obtaining evidence and relevant information at a suspected crime location.
Securing the Crime Scene
- Initial action prioritizes safety, medical assistance, and preservation of the scene integrity.
Documentation in Crime Scene Investigation
- Encompasses detailed note-taking, photography, videography, and sketching.
Crime Scene Classification
- Primary crime scene: The location where the crime initially occurred.
Trace Evidence
- Includes materials like hair, fibers, and soil samples.
Walk-through Purpose
- Develops initial crime theories and aids preparation for systematic investigation.
Chain of Custody
- Records the handling of evidence from discovery to court presentation.
Latent Prints
- Fingerprints left on non-porous surfaces like doorknobs and light switches.
Sketching
- Rough sketch: Initial drawing providing a general layout of the crime scene and item positions.
Locard's Principle of Exchange
- States that objects contacting each other always transfer material.
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Explore the essential components of criminal investigation, including crime scene analysis, evidence collection, and documentation techniques. This quiz will test your knowledge on securing crime scenes, understanding types of evidence, and maintaining chain of custody.
