Methods for Describing Missing/Recovered Property

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When describing missing or recovered property, what should be noted to help identify the item?

  • The brand name of the item
  • The physical appearance of the item, including model, size, shape, and condition (correct)
  • The number of articles recovered
  • The color of the item
  • The serial numbers of the items

What method can be used to establish the value of stolen and recovered property?

  • Referring to a blue book for guidance (correct)
  • Making a judgement based on the owner's description
  • Relying on insurance appraisal documents
  • Asking the owner for their estimate
  • Asking an auctioneer for their opinion

What is a proper procedure for tracing stolen goods?

  • Consulting in-house records for any recorded numbers
  • Checking with local police stations for information
  • Locating identifiers on the property
  • Checking stolen property through LEADS and NCIC (correct)
  • Asking pawn shops and second-hand stores for information

How can the owner of lost property be located?

<p>Examining any recorded numbers in in-house records (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to attempt to identify a suspect in relation to recovered property?

<p>Interviewing victims and witnesses to gather any relevant information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be noted when describing missing or recovered property to help with identification?

<p>Keep a record of how the property was lost or stolen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary method suggested to determine if a fire is of suspicious origin?

<p>Consulting with engineers (electrical, heating, and chemical) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a person commit when by means of fire or explosion they knowingly damage any real property or personal property having a value of $150 or more of another without consent?

<p>Arson (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of protecting the scene of a suspected arson like any other crime scene?

<p>To prevent unauthorized personnel from accessing the scene (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common motive for intentionally setting fires according to the text?

<p>Economic gain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it suggest if in a residential burglary only cash is missing while jewelry and consumer goods are ignored?

<p>The burglar may be a drug addict (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What evidence should be looked for in cases of intentional fire according to the text?

<p>Evidence of intentional fire and motives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does an arson investigator typically rarely witness according to the text?

<p>The act of arson being committed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested as a step to conduct an investigation for deceptive practices?

<p>Interview witnesses/victims (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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