Foundations Of Investigation

Question 1

Why are the 4 purposes of an investigation?

Answer 1

1 - establish if an offence has been committed
2 - search for the truth and information
3 - collect and process information in accordance with legal procedures
4 - gather facts, data and exhibits in order to bring matters to a satisfactory conclusion

Question 2

What are the two phases of an investigation?

Answer 2

1 - initial response phase

2 - ongoing investigation, or follow up

Question 3

Why is investigative mindset?

Answer 3

1 - keeping an open mind
2 - maintaining impartiality
3 - active listening, attention to detail

Question 4

What are avenues of enquire?

Answer 4

COURSE OF ACTION which may lead to the gathering of evidence

ACTION TAKEN by the investigator to uncover the facts of the case

Question 5

What are the 5 areas avenues of enquiry can come from?

Answer 5

WIPPS

Witnesses 
Intelligence 
Public awareness 
Physical material 
Suspects/POI (persons of interest)

Question 6

According to 147G of the PAA, what is a relevant offence?

Answer 6

An offence punishable by imprisonment of 6 months or more

Question 7

Define “responsible member” regarding a crime scene?

Answer 7

a) the member of the police force who establishes the crime scene; or
b) if another member assumes control of the crime scene - that member

Question 8

Does that responsible member need to remain at the crime scene?

Answer 8

No

Question 9

You need to inform a senior member once you have established a crime scene.

Who is a senior member?

Answer 9

Member of the police force with the rank of superintendent or above

Question 10

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Answer 10

Question 7 of my flash card in photos

Question 11

147K restricting access to crime scene

After establishing a crime scene the responsible member must immediately take the steps the member considers reasonably necessary to……..

Answer 11

Protect anything at the crime scene from being damaged, interfered with or destroyed

Question 12

What are the 3 principles of crime scene management?

Answer 12

Preservation of life
Preservation of property
Preservation of evidence

Question 13

What are the 7 considerations to avoid contaminating a crime scene?

Answer 13

1 - always stop, look, listen before entering a crime scene
2 - wear gloves to avoid leaving finger prints
3 - use the access point
4 - walk in designated corridors
5 - keep your hands in your pockets
6 - don’t not smoke
7 - ensure you don’t spit or leave any item in the area

Question 14

What is a NEXUS?

Answer 14

A connection or series of connection linking two or more things together

Question 15

Why must you fill out when entering a crime scene

Answer 15

Crime scene log