Chapter 9 - Crime Scene Inv. - Unit 1- Lesson 2

Question 1

Priorities of first responding officer to a crime scene:

Answer 1

• Secure, protect, and preserve the scene
• Search for evidence

Question 2

When responding to a crime scene, consider these things:

Answer 2

• What is the location?
• Are any weapons involved?
• Has the complainant indicated the suspect’s location?
• How many individuals are involved?
• How many officers are necessary to safely control the situation?
• Do you need additional services?
• Do you need special equipment?
• Are any special concerns or dangers associated with the call?

Question 3

Secure a crime scene by…

Answer 3

• Identify officer safety concerns
• Are there any injuries
• Is there a need for backup

Question 4

How to protect a crime scene:

Answer 4

• Do not allow any unauthorized removal or alteration of any evidence
• Do not allow unauthorized people to enter the crime scene area
• Protect the scene until it can be photographed and documented.

Question 5

Crime scene log

Answer 5

a document that details the name, rank, and agency of each person entering or leaving the scene, the date and time of the person’s entry or exit, and the reason the person was at the scene