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What is the primary objective of a criminal investigation?
What is the primary objective of a criminal investigation?
- To track down deviant activity
- To edify the criminal group
- To gather criminal intelligence information (correct)
- To identify the MO of criminal groups
What type of information is gathered by intelligence units?
What type of information is gathered by intelligence units?
- MO of criminal groups
- Preliminary investigation steps
- Criminal behavior statistics
- Organized crime and gang activity (correct)
Why do criminals often repeat their behavior?
Why do criminals often repeat their behavior?
- Because it's a learned behavior
- Because it's a successful method that works for them (correct)
- Because it's an effective way to edify the group
- Because they are trained by other criminals
What is the purpose of a gang?
What is the purpose of a gang?
What can be compared to particular groups of people in terms of criminal intelligence?
What can be compared to particular groups of people in terms of criminal intelligence?
What is the main objective of a preliminary investigation?
What is the main objective of a preliminary investigation?
What is the primary purpose of criminal intelligence information?
What is the primary purpose of criminal intelligence information?
What is the primary method of gathering criminal intelligence information?
What is the primary method of gathering criminal intelligence information?
What type of officer is best suited for gathering criminal intelligence information?
What type of officer is best suited for gathering criminal intelligence information?
What is the benefit of using electronic security devices and surveillance in gathering criminal intelligence information?
What is the benefit of using electronic security devices and surveillance in gathering criminal intelligence information?
What is an important skill for criminal intelligence officers to have?
What is an important skill for criminal intelligence officers to have?
Why is it important to have a portfolio of criminal behavior?
Why is it important to have a portfolio of criminal behavior?
Study Notes
Introduction to Criminal Investigation
- This lesson plan provides an overview of the primary objectives of a criminal investigation and the procedures involved.
Objectives of the Lesson
- Identify the types of information gathered as a function of criminal intelligence.
- Understand how criminal intelligence information is used.
- Identify how criminal intelligence information is gathered.
Criminal Intelligence
- Intelligence units collect information on organized crime, gang activity, and other criminal groups to track down deviant activity.
- These units analyze behavioral statistics to identify patterns and compare them to particular groups, such as:
- Organized crime (Mafia, ethnic-based criminal organizations)
- Gangs (individuals sharing a common deviant property of behavior)
- Criminal intelligence information is used to keep police officers aware of organized criminal activity in their areas.
Gathering Intelligence Information
- Information is gathered through surveillance, undercover investigations, and other methods to yield a portfolio of criminal behavior.
- Intelligence units require officers who are methodical and careful in demeanor.
- Electronic security devices, cameras, bugging, tape recording, and satellite surveillance are used to gather information.
- Knowledge of computers, wiretapping, and legal maneuvers are also used to obtain information for law enforcement purposes.
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Description
Learn about the primary objectives and procedures of a criminal investigation, including the main objectives and steps taken in a preliminary investigation.
