Ch 17 Criminal Investigation Flashcards
Who investigates abductions leading to 3rd, 4th degree sexual offenses ?
DB
How does the dept. Classifies cases ?
Active, Closed, Open.
How long can a custodial interview last on a juvenile ?
No more than 6 hours. Absent exigent circumstances. No more than 2 officers shall engage in the interrogation.
When is audio/video recording is not required ?
The equipment is inoperable
An equipped interview room is not available
The suspect is hospitalized
When conducting a homicide, Rape, or robbery case, how should the suspect be charged ?
With every count
Who investigates assaults on inmates resulting in hospitalization ?
Homicide
Who investigates confirmed case of extortion ?
Robbery section. If they’re not available, Another CID Investigator shall be dispatched.
Who handles parental abductions and criminal custody disputes ?
CVAA
What type of investigations is Sexual Assault Unit responsible for ?
1st and 2nd degree rape and sex offenses.
Sexual assaults at DOC
Abductions involving rape
What is the National Child Search Assistance Act of 1990 ?
Requires that all missing juvenile records be updated within 60 days of the original incident.
How is a photographic lineup conducted ?
6 photos for 1 suspect
8 photos for 2 suspects
10 photos for 3 suspects.
The victim or witness shall be placed on the back of the selected photo. With signature, date, and time the viewing began and ended.
Case clearance (Unfounded) :
Applied when the Inv. Establishes that no offense occurred or was attempted. Must be supported by objective written facts.
Case clearance (Exceptionally):
Applied when the investigation does not lead to a closure by arrest. 4 questions ;
- has the offender been identified.
- is the exact location of the offender known.
- is there sufficient evidence to support an arrest and prosecution.
- are there circumstances beyond officers control that prevent arrest and prosecution.
Non-Arson related fatalities :
When death occurs as a result of a non arson related fire, the fire Dept. Will be responsible for the investigation. Homicide investigator will respond to fire scene or hospital to examine the victim.
The robbery unit investigates :
T A robberies Courier robberies involving T A funds. Residential Robberies Kidnapping cases when ransom has been made Extortions
