41-50 Flashcards
In cases of homicide, who takes VIS and what is the time period in which it should be obtained within.
Homicide trained victim support volunteers are trained to assist with taking VIS from surviving family members.
The VIS should be no older than 28 days at the time of sentencing.
Section 18(1)(a) relates to hearsay evidence. For hearsay evidence to be admissible the court must be satisfied the statement is reliable. What circumstances are considered under Section 16(1).
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The nature of the statement.
The contents of the statement.
The circumstances relating to the making of the statement.
Circumstances relating to the veracity of the person.
Circumstances relating to the accuracy of the observation of the person.
How can Oc area canvass keep morale of staff up.
By providing regular feedback on the way the area canvass enquiries are contributing to the progress of the investigation, together with updates on the progress being made with other phases of the enquiry.
Describe four methods of identifying body when it is decomposed.
Fingerprints.
DNA.
Dental records.
Eye examinations.
Facial reconstruction.
Explain a common approach path.
Common approach paths are a route in and out of the scene that all staff/civilians are to use.
This path will be a route that avoids any route taken to and from the scene by the suspect or victim.
It is best to consider possible approach paths previously and establish a common approach path early to prevent loss of evidence or cross contamination.
Three things OC body must do before handing exhibits to OC exhibits.
Package, label and seal exhibits before leaving the mortuary without exception.
Record exhibits in a scene exhibit schedule.
Provide OC exhibits with the exhibits, scene exhibit schedule, notebook entries and their statement.
When the crown solicitor directs Police to interview alibi witnesses what actions should Police take.
Make enquiries to determine the veracity of the alibi.
Conduct enquiries as directed by the OC investigation/Crown solicitor including NIA checks on the alibi witness.
Forward the result of these enquiries to the Crown solicitor including any statements obtained.
What examinations can doctors do on a suspect.
Note any injuries the suspect may have - bruises, scratches.
Take samples identified as being necessary by the OC investigation using a specialist MEK. - blood, saliva, heat hair, pubic and body hair, fingernail scrapings, swabs of hands.
Swab the suspects hands for firearm residue using a firearms detection kit.
Provide a professional opinion regarding the condition of the suspect.
Describe the chain of custody.
The chain of custody includes every individual who has custody of the exhibit from the time it was first discovered to the time it is produced in court.
It is used to demonstrate the integrity, and therefore admissibility of the exhibit.
Why is it important to conduct an area canvass at the same time as offence.
To capture people who regularly pass through that area at that time of the day.
