Criminal Investigation

Question 1

Robbery

Answer 1

is the theft or attempted theft in a direct confrontation with the victim, by force or the threat of force or violence

Question 2

UCR definition

Answer 2

taking or attempting to take anything of value from the care, custody, or control of a person or persons by force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the victim in fear

Question 3

Elements of a robbery

Answer 3

1. The burglar encounters someone in the structure
2. The burglar uses force or threatens them in order to complete the theft.
   Example-pocket-picking and purse snatching not robberies unless the victim resists and is overpowered or threatened.

Question 4

Burglary vs. Robbery

Answer 4

The difference is the threat of and/or use of force.

Question 5

Theft vs. burglary

Answer 5

theft is just taking something; burglary is breaking an entry then stealing something

Question 6

First responder course of action to a robbery in progress

Answer 6

get emergency equipment, call for back up, cover robber’s exit, broadcast flash description, neighborhood canvas, ID MO, collect physical evidence. Do not enter the building while still on progress. This could turn it into a hostage situation.

Question 7

MO (Method of Operation)

Answer 7

It is a behavior, not a description. This means the focus is on the behavior of the criminal during the commission of a crime. Behavior includes location, time of day/week, weapon or threatened use of force, verbal statements, and vehicle used, objects stolen, number of suspects, and disguises

Question 8

Post robbery response

Answer 8

neighborhood canvas, ID MO, collect physical evidence

Question 9

Elements of a simple assault

Answer 9

threats by one person to cause bodily harm or death to the other or purposely inflicting bodily harm

Question 10

Aggravated assault elements

Answer 10

high probability of death, serious or permanent disfigurement, loss or impairment of body members or organs
*66-75% know their attacker

Question 11

First responder course of action to scene of an assault

Answer 11

control and disarm those involved, provide medical aid to the injured, separate suspects, protect crime scene, obtain preliminary statements, photograph/collect/preserve evidence

Question 12

Self-defense and obligation to flee

Answer 12

by law persons may defend themselves and their property. There is no legal obligation to retreat from an attack. The type of force must be only enough to rebuff the attack and no more.

Question 13

Definition of abuse

Answer 13

treat (a person or an animal) with cruelty or violence, especially regularly or repeatedly

Question 14

Domestic violence

Answer 14

is a pattern of abusive behaviors by one partner against another in an intimate relationship such as marriage, dating, family, or cohabitation

Question 15

Specific types of abuse

Answer 15

physical, psychological, emotional, financial, sexual, and neglect

Question 16

Majority of elder abuse

Answer 16

• is caused by family members and caregiver (hidden problem)

Question 17

First responder course of action to domestic violence scene

Answer 17

should be handles carefully by responding officer and not assume it was a minor squabble. It is similar to how an assault scene is responded to except arrests may not be based on whether a victim wants to press charges with these cases. Many jurisdictions have implemented pro arrest laws and procedures

Question 18

UCR definition of rape

Answer 18

the carnal knowledge of a female forcibly and against her will…includes acquaintance rape and forcible rape.

Question 19

First responder course of action to rape scene

Answer 19

give victim aid then determine circumstances surrounding the attack. If medical attention is required, the officer should ask questions while waiting. The victim should be asked to describe what happened, the assailant, the vehicle of attacker, and location

Question 20

Elements of a rape

Answer 20

carnal knowledge (penetration), forcible submission, lack of consent

Question 21

Drug associated with rape

Answer 21

rohypnol

Question 22

Three categories of missing persons cases

Answer 22

non-family abduction, family abduction, and runaway/lost child

Question 23

Non-family

Answer 23

most complex and dangerous type. The child is removed without authorization from their family by force or trickery

Question 24

Family

Answer 24

the noncustodial parent removes the child from the care of the custodial parent. Occurs in conjunction with divorce/separation

Question 25

Runaway/lost child

Answer 25

child leaves voluntarily for a variety of reasons. This is the most common type for law enforcement

Question 26

Why do Child predators use the Internet

Answer 26

Child “predators” or those who abduct children via the Internet use the Internet because it is easy access for both the offender and victim. Also children are susceptible to false friendships and then kidnapped at the meeting place. Other cases involve the abductor sending money and a bus ticket to meet in another state. People can be anyone on the Internet.

Question 27

First responder course of action for missing child case

Answer 27

interview person who made initial report, verify that the child is in fact missing, verify the child’s custody status, ID the circumstances of the disappearance, determine when/where/by whom the missing child was last seen, interview the persons who last had contact with the child, secure and safeguard the crime scene, prepare reports and make all required notifications

Question 28

Nature of an arrest

Answer 28

the correct answer was the one about the theft suspect in cuffs but not told he is under arrest…can’t arrest on reasonable suspicion

Question 29

Guy fits description of burglary suspect

Answer 29

the correct answer was that he’s being held for investigative detention

Question 30

Deprivation of food, water, sleep violates which right

Answer 30

violates 14th amendment due process

Question 31

FI card

Answer 31

not linked to any crime

Question 32

Maryland v Bowie

Answer 32

protective sweep of a home

Question 33

Canvass

Answer 33

it’s for witnesses not suspects

Question 34

Protective sweep

Answer 34

it’s for suspects

Question 35

Arrest

Answer 35

A cop doesn’t have to tell someone they are under arrest

Question 36

Exclusionary Rule question that was phrased “all of the following except”:

Answer 36

the answer is second party consent. Good faith, inevitable discovery, and computer errors all fall under that rule.

Question 37

Terry v Ohio

Answer 37

a cop can’t stop and frisk unless there is probable cause…this is false because only reasonable suspicion is needed for stop and frisk

Question 38

Plain view doctrine

Answer 38

applies to the weed plant growing in the house seen through the window…false

Question 39

Court standards for an officer

Answer 39

standing in your shoes and reasonable of a reasonable officer

Question 40

Immediate area

Answer 40

entire passenger compartment including closed but not locked compartments