ID Suspects

Question 0

What are the requirements for formal visual identification?

Answer 0

(MORPAIN)
M * Montague - pictorial record of procedure
O * Others - min of 7 to compare with suspect (so 7+1=8)
R * Record - written record of procedure
P * Procedure - Complies with relevant regulations
A * ASAP - after the offence is recorded
I * Inclusion - witness told suspect may/may not be included
N * No indication - as to the identification of the suspect

Question 1

What are the four methods of identification?

Answer 1

• formal visual identification
  
  • ID parade
  • Photo montage
• voice identification
• finger, palm and foot prints
• forensic examination

Question 2

When can formal visual identification not be followed?

Answer 2

R.S.A.C.S.I

• R - Suspect refuses to take part in formal parade
• S - Singular appearance of suspect
• A - Appearance changed after offence reported
• C - Chance meeting soon after offence
• S - Identification made soon after a chance of meeting
• I - Could not anticipate identification would be an issue