G.O. 10.1.0 CRIME SCENE PROCESSING AND RESPONSIBILITIES Flashcards
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 A 1)
When shall basic instruction on crime scene processing, including practical exercises, evaluation of crime scenes, organizational procedures, and the roles of the responding deputy, detective, and Crime Scene Investigator be provided?
during the Field Training Evaluation Program
during block training
during specialized training by Evidence
during specialized training by FDLE
during the Field Training Evaluation Program
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 A 1)
Basic instruction on crime scene processing, including practical exercises, evaluation of crime scenes, organizational procedures, and the roles of the responding deputy, detective, and Crime Scene Investigator, shall be provided during the Field Training Evaluation Program (FTEP).
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 F 1)
All scenes should be entered by the route closest to the evidence.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 F 1)
All scenes should be entered by the route least likely to disturb any evidence and all personnel responding should be directed to take the same route.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 N 6)
In cases of suspected product tampering, where shall evidence be submitted?
Forensics Lab
FDLE
FDA
Evidence
FDA
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 N 6)
In cases of suspected product tampering, evidence shall be submitted directly to the FDA.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 7 c)
Without exception, agency members shall only use agency-owned video recorders.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 7 c)
Because of technical concerns (e.g., variety of formats, storage space), agency members shall only use agency-owned video recorders except in exigent circumstances.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 D 3)
Deputies shall ensure the critical area remains under constant protection until all processing is completed.
True
False
True
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 D 3)
Deputies shall ensure the critical area remains under constant protection until all processing is completed.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 E 1)
Patrol deputies are not permitted to assist the Crime Scene Investigator with some processing.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 E 1)
Patrol deputies are encouraged to assist the Crime Scene Investigator with some processing if requested
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 E 3)
Personnel will not disturb, touch or handle physical evidence unless there is a danger of the evidence being lost or destroyed before the arrival of the Crime Scene Investigator. In such cases, the deputy shall mark, tag, collect and/or process the evidence until relieved by the Crime Scene Investigator.
True
False
True
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 E 3)
Personnel will not disturb, touch or handle physical evidence unless there is a danger of the evidence being lost or destroyed before the arrival of the Crime Scene Investigator. In such cases, the deputy shall mark, tag, collect and/or process the evidence until relieved by the Crime Scene Investigator.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 8 c)
In all serious crimes against persons or property, if no photographs or evidence were taken, it is not necessary to document the reason.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 8 c)
In all serious crimes against persons or property, if no photographs or evidence were taken, the deputy or detective shall document in the report the reason(s).
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 A 2)
Who shall annually develop and/or coordinate in-service training for all sworn personnel and other personnel charged with the responsibilities of the preservation and collection of evidence
Evidence
Training
FDLE
FTO
Training
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 A 2)
Training shall annually develop and/or coordinate in-service training for all sworn personnel and other personnel charged with the responsibilities of the preservation and collection of evidence in accordance with General Order 18.1.3.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 1)
How many days does a Crime Scene Investigator have to submit all evidence collected by them?
by the end of shift
14 days
immediately
7 days
14 days
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 1)
All evidence where processing was completed by a Crime Scene Investigator will be submitted to Evidence within fourteen (14) working days of the date of completion.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 G 1)
Crime Scene Investigators are available _________
weekday 0600 - 1800
Between 0800 - 1700 daily
twenty-four (24) hours daily
Monday through Friday only
twenty-four (24) hours daily
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 G 1)
Crime Scene Investigators are available or on call twenty-four (24) hours daily.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 E 2)
While awaiting the arrival of a Crime Scene Investigator, deputies shall protect and preserve the scene.
True
False
True
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 E 2)
While awaiting the arrival of a Crime Scene Investigator, deputies shall protect and preserve the scene.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 C 1)
The first employee to arrive at any crime scene has the responsibility to control, secure and preserve the scene after the basic duties of protecting the safety and welfare of all persons are accomplished. Members are required to render aid to prevent potential or further injury or loss of life and to summon medical assistance if needed.
True
False
True
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 C 1)
The first employee to arrive at any crime scene has the responsibility to control, secure and preserve the scene after the basic duties of protecting the safety and welfare of all persons are accomplished. Members are required to render aid to prevent potential or further injury or loss of life and to summon medical assistance if needed.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 D 6 a)
If the firearm must be moved by a deputy prior to a crime scene investigator’s arrival it can be rendered safe by removing the magazine and unchambering any rounds.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 D 6 a)
If the firearm must be moved by a deputy prior to a crime scene investigator’s arrival, it shall not be altered (unloading, removing magazine, etc).
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 G 5)
When at a crime scene which has a detective is assigned, who is responsible for directing what needs to be processed?
Crime Scene Investigator
on scene supervisor
deputy
detective
detective
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 G 5)
When called to a scene at which a detective is assigned, the detective will be responsible for directing the Crime Scene Investigator as to what needs to be processed.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 N 3)
If standards are not immediately available, the physical evidence shall be held in Evidence until a standard is obtained.
True
False
True
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 N 3)
If standards are not immediately available, the physical evidence shall be held in Evidence until a standard is obtained.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 D 4)
The Crime Scene Contamination Form will be maintained until relieved of that duty by who?
responding detective
deputy
crime scene investigator
evidence tech
responding detective
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 D 4)
The Crime Scene Contamination Form will be maintained by the initiating deputy until relieved of that duty by a responding detective.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 7 a 1)
Use of a scale is not necessary on all comparison evidence photographs.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 7 a 1)
A scale shall be used on all comparison evidence photographs (fingerprints, shoe and tire marks, tool marks, etc.) and other evidence in which exact size needs to be determined (injuries, blood stains, etc.).
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 K 1)
Only crime scene investigators are charged with recognizing blood stains as evidence on crime scenes.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 K 1)
Deputies, detectives, FSOs and crime scene investigators are charged with recognizing blood stains as evidence on crime scenes.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 E 4)
A deputy is not required to remain at the crime scene when a Crime Scene Investigator has taken it over.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 E 4)
A deputy shall remain at the scene at all times until processing is completed or released by the Crime Scene Investigator.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 7)
A detective is not permitted to direct the aspect of photographing the crime scene.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 7)
When photographs are taken of a crime scene, the photographer shall have the skills and training required for the task. All aspects of the crime scene shall be photographed, including those at the direction of the detective.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 D 1)
The responding deputies must initiate immediate measures to protect the scene from contamination by establishing a clearly defined perimeter. Immediate protective measures include, but are not limited to, placing crime scene barrier tape in designated areas, critical exits or openings and posting deputies to control spectators in areas expected to have a high potential for yielding evidence.
True
False
True
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 D 1)
The responding deputies must initiate immediate measures to protect the scene from contamination by establishing a clearly defined perimeter. Immediate protective measures include, but are not limited to, placing crime scene barrier tape in designated areas, critical exits or openings and posting deputies to control spectators in areas expected to have a high potential for yielding evidence.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 F 2)
Evidence which is likely to be lost or contaminated prior to processing should be protected or preserved.
True
False
True
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 F 2)
Evidence which is likely to be lost or contaminated or prior to processing should be protected or preserved. For example, if a bloodstain is located on the ground and rain is imminent, the deputy shall cover the area until such evidence can be evaluated and collected.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 K 3)
Properly trained personnel not assigned to Forensics, may collect blood stains as evidence from any crime scene.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 K 3)
Properly trained personnel not assigned to Forensics, may collect blood stains as evidence from scenes involving property crimes only.
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 7 a 3)
A personally owned camera may not be used under any circumstance.
True
False
False
G.O. 10.1.0 (4 I 7 a 3)
Agency owned cameras shall be utilized. If unavailable, a personally owned camera may be used.