Fundamentals of Criminal Investigation Quiz

Criminal Investigation Overview

• Criminal investigation focuses on identifying and locating offenders while gathering evidence to support legal proceedings.
• The term "investigation" originates from the Latin word "vestigare," which means to track or trace.

Definition of Investigation

• Investigation is defined as the collection of facts aimed at:
  • Identifying the guilty party
  • Locating the guilty party
  • Providing sufficient evidence of guilt

Purpose and Process

• The investigation process seeks to establish factual information through systematic inquiry and research.
• Violations of company policy and procedures are addressed through corporate administrative investigations.

Role of Criminal Investigator

• A criminal investigator, or prober, is a skilled individual responsible for conducting investigations when a crime occurs.

Court and Correctional System

• Prosecution refers to the legal party bringing a case against a respondent (defendant).
• The accused is formally presented in court.
• A person deprived of liberty is often referred to as "correction," emphasizing rehabilitation efforts within the justice system.
• The community plays a role in the reintegration of rehabilitated offenders.

Identifying the Perpetrator

• The text mentions there are four methods for identifying a perpetrator, though specific details were not provided.
• Key methods typically may include forensic evidence, eyewitness accounts, surveillance footage, and digital footprints.