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What is the purpose of a field identification (show-up)?

To allow an eyewitness to view a detained suspect for positive or negative identification (correct)

To provide photo arrays for identification purposes

To confirm the identity of a familial subject in a domestic violence case

To detain a subject in the crime within minutes of the commission of the crime

When can field identifications be utilized?

When a live lineup is available

When there are multiple suspects detained for the same crime

When a suspect has been detained soon after the commission of an offense and resembles the description of the perpetrator provided by an eyewitness (correct)

When the eyewitness is unsure about identifying the subject

What additional investigation may be required after a field identification?

To determine if the detained suspect has any prior criminal record

To conduct a photo lineup for verification

To ensure the actual suspect has been detained (correct)

To gather evidence to support the field identification

What situation warrants the use of a field identification?

When neither a live lineup nor a photo array are available as a means of identification (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of allowing an eyewitness to view the suspect during a field identification?

To prompt the eyewitness to make a positive identification (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can a field identification be used to verify identity?

To verify the identity of an intimate relationship in a domestic violence case (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for ensuring the constitutional rights of a person of interest during field identifications?

To protect against unreasonable search and seizure (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why might a field identification be necessary in a domestic violence case?

To verify the identity of an intimate relationship (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended when conducting a photo lineup or a physical/live lineup?

It should be presented by a sworn member who does not know the identity of the person of interest. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must be done with an unmarked copy of the photobook used by a sworn member?

It should be placed into the Property and Evidence Unit and attached to the case report. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is encouraged when constructing photo lineups or photobooks?

Using color photographs whenever possible. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the sworn member need to ensure regarding the color of photographs used in photo lineups or photobooks?

All photographs must be either in color or converted to black and white. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should accompany the unmarked copy of the photobook placed into the Property and Evidence Unit?

A key regarding the persons depicted within the photo lineup with their identifying information attached. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What will dictate the necessity to present a photo lineup or photobook in black and white?

The depicted person’s photograph or those of suitable fillers. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What will sworn members ensure when constructing photo lineups or photobooks?

That all photographs are either in color or converted to black and white. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What direction will sworn members follow when constructing photo lineups or photobooks?

The direction outlined in the guidelines for constructing photo lineups and/or photobooks. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of setting is recommended for conducting viewings?

Interview room (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the use of video/audio recording encouraged during the viewing process?

To document the process and results (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended course of action if multiple victims/witnesses will view the same lineup?

Conduct each viewing separately (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a physical lineup is used after a photo lineup?

Place the person of interest in a different position (A) Signup and view all the answers

What instruction should be given to all participants of a live lineup?

Remain still and face forward (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should the person responsible for conducting the physical lineup do prior to conducting it?

Contact the District Attorney’s office (C) Signup and view all the answers

What additional consideration should be followed if there is more than one person of interest in a physical lineup?

Use different fillers for each person of interest (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is attending the physical lineup by the District Attorney’s office important?

To determine whether defense counsel must attend (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why should all participants of a live lineup be instructed not to speak, move or gesture to one another?

To ensure fairness and integrity of the lineup (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is conducting viewings in a quiet setting such as an interview room recommended?

To minimize distractions and external influences (B) Signup and view all the answers

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What is the purpose of a field identification (show-up)?

When can field identifications be utilized?

What additional investigation may be required after a field identification?

What situation warrants the use of a field identification?

What is the purpose of allowing an eyewitness to view the suspect during a field identification?

In what circumstances can a field identification be used to verify identity?

What is the main reason for ensuring the constitutional rights of a person of interest during field identifications?

Why might a field identification be necessary in a domestic violence case?

What is recommended when conducting a photo lineup or a physical/live lineup?

What must be done with an unmarked copy of the photobook used by a sworn member?

What is encouraged when constructing photo lineups or photobooks?

What does the sworn member need to ensure regarding the color of photographs used in photo lineups or photobooks?

What should accompany the unmarked copy of the photobook placed into the Property and Evidence Unit?

What will dictate the necessity to present a photo lineup or photobook in black and white?

What will sworn members ensure when constructing photo lineups or photobooks?

What direction will sworn members follow when constructing photo lineups or photobooks?

What type of setting is recommended for conducting viewings?

Why is the use of video/audio recording encouraged during the viewing process?

What is the recommended course of action if multiple victims/witnesses will view the same lineup?

What should be done if a physical lineup is used after a photo lineup?

What instruction should be given to all participants of a live lineup?

What should the person responsible for conducting the physical lineup do prior to conducting it?

What additional consideration should be followed if there is more than one person of interest in a physical lineup?

Why is attending the physical lineup by the District Attorney’s office important?

Why should all participants of a live lineup be instructed not to speak, move or gesture to one another?

Why is conducting viewings in a quiet setting such as an interview room recommended?

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