Ch 3 Flashcards
The investigative process begins at the
Crime scene
The type of crime determines the type of
Approach
Who’s responsibility is it to neutralize the crime scene?
First responder
Neutralizing thr crime scene refers to
Making it safe for other personnel to enter the area
This includes the arrest of any suspects and the elimination of any hazards that might present a threat, such as a clandestine drug laboratory.
Neutralization of the crime scene (safety)
The possibility of saving a life takes precedence over the possible
Destruction of evidence
What is one place where a number of witnesses will be together at the same time?
The crime scene
What is the process when When witnesses discuss the crime or overhear others talking about the crime and then adopt some information as their own or alter recollections to fit those of other witnesses
Retroactive interference
T/f
When giving out a broadcast alarm, officers should make a brief contact with the witness and victim to get information on the sp or veh description
True.
What is of critical importance during the broadcast alarm?
Time
What is the first step in processing a crime scen for clues and evidence?
Make an accurate survey of surroundings and evaluate the situation (scene boundaries)
T/f
The crime scene is usually readily discernible
True
The posting of crime scene tape aids in …
Delineating the crime scene area (scene boundaries)
____should be established beyond the initial scope of the crime scene with the understanding that it can be reduce in size if necessary
Crime scene boundaries
T/f
Crime scene boundaries can be easily reduced but cannot be easily expanded.
True
Who is responsible for preparing a chronological log of events as they occur at the scene?
Officers guarding the perimeter
A time based log that documents when an officer enters and leaves the scene
Chronological log
The logging process (chronological log) serves to keep…
Unnecessary officers from entering the scene just to look around.
When is it advisable at a crime to notify those in command positions?
When the scene is firmly under control
What is the obvious media need for law enforcement?
Crime and the police make news
How much does crime reporting coverage make up in local television newscasts?
One third of all coverage
Typically the tasks to be performed by the crime scene investigation team start with..
The systematic search for evidence
What is the main purpose of a search?
To look for evidence of what happened during the crime
The methodology of searching depends on…
The case an the scene