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Question 1

What action must the OC Exhibits take when becoming aware that further enquiries are required in relation to a particular exhibit?
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Answer 1

This must be highlighted to the 2IC so that follow up enquiries can be initiated.

Question 2

Explain what a Common Approach Path (CAP) is used for at serious crime scenes?
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Answer 2

A CAP is an approach path for all movements into and out of the scene, using a path which avoids any route possibly taken to or from the scene by the suspect(s) or the victim.

Question 3

At the conclusion of the post mortem the OC Body must hand all exhibits to the OC Exhibits. List the other three things that The OC Body must provide:
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Answer 3

1. The post mortem Scene Exhibit Schedule
2. Copy of the notebook entries by the OC Body
3. Formal Written Statement

Question 4

When a Crown Solicitor directs Police to interview an alibi witness what actions must the Police take?
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Answer 4

1. Make enquiries to determine the veracity of the alibi
2. Conduct enquiries as directed by the OC Investigation and the Crown Solicitor including NIA checks on the alibi witness
3. Forward the results of these enquiries to the Crown Solicitor, including any statements obtained.

Question 5

In a serious crime investigation it may be necessary for a Police doctor to examine a suspect. Apart from taking samples and noting injuries on the suspect, what other matters can the doctor attend to?
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Answer 5

1. Provide a professional opinion regarding the condition of the suspect.
2. Record any explanations or comments made by the suspect about the offence or the cause of any injuries.

Question 6

Describe what is meant by ‘The Chain of Custody’ and state its purpose.
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Answer 6

The chain of custody includes every individual who has had custody of an exhibit from the time it was discovered until the time it is produced in Court.

It is used to demonstrate the integrity, and therefore the admissibility of exhibits.

Question 7

A priority at a serious crime incident is to establish the physical condition of the victim. What are the three categories of a victim’s medical status?
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Answer 7

1. Alive and uninjured
2. Alive and injured
3. Shows no signs of life

Question 8

The OC body is important for arranging the formal identification of the victim. What instructions must the OC Body provide to the family or friends who are to
make the identification?
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Answer 8

It is important those carrying out the identification are fully informed what is required of them and what they should expect to see when they view the deceased, particularly after a post mortem examination has taken place.

Question 9

Why is it important in some cases to conduct an area canvass at the same time as the original offence occurred?
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Answer 9

To capture people who regularly pass through that area at that time of day.

Question 10

State two reasons it is important to conduct a risk assessment relating to a witness to a serious offence.
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Answer 10

1. Intimidation

2. Physical harm