Serious Crime 3 Flashcards
Who takes VIS in case of homicide?
Homicide trained victim support volunteers assist police by taking victim impact statements from surviving family members.
What must police do to satisfy the admissibility of a verbal statement under S18(1)(a) E.A 2006?
The courts must be satisfied that both the content of the statement and the person who made it are reliable. Police must record factors demonstrating reliability.
What circumstances should police consider under section 16(1) of EA 2006?
The nature of the statement, contents of the statement, circumstances of making the statement, veracity of the person, and accuracy of observation.
How can OC Area Canvass keep staff morale up?
By providing regular feedback on canvass enquiries and updates on the progress of other phases of the enquiry.
What are 4 methods of identifying a decomposed body?
Fingerprints, DNA profiling, dental records, eye examination records, medical records, personal effects, facial reconstruction.
What actions must interviewing police take prior to interviewing witnesses?
Prepare a plan to preserve and recover available physical evidence from the witness, including DNA, fingerprints, and other materials.
What are the initial actions of a Disclosure manager?
Read the desk file, access the current serious crime template, and report to the 2IC for briefing and tasking.
What must OC exhibits do when further enquiries are required?
Highlight the need for further enquiries to the 2IC so that follow-up can be initiated.
What is a common approach path?
A path that avoids routes possibly taken by the suspect or victim.
What must the OC body provide to the OC exhibit at the conclusion of PM?
The post mortem scene exhibit schedule, a copy of the OC body’s notebook entries, and a formal statement.
What actions do police take when directed by the Crown solicitor to interview an alibi witness?
Notify the witness, make enquiries to determine the veracity of the alibi, conduct inquiries as directed, and forward results to the Crown solicitor.
What can a doctor report on when examining a suspect in serious crime?
Swab for firearms residue, provide a professional opinion on the suspect’s condition, and record explanations or comments made by the suspect.
What is the purpose of a chain of custody?
To document the chain of custody for an exhibit, ensuring integrity when transferred from one person to another.
What are the 3 categories of a victim’s medical status?
Alive and uninjured, alive but injured, shows no signs of life.
What instructions should be given to a person identifying a body?
They should be fully informed of what to expect when viewing the deceased, especially after a PM exam.
Why is it important to conduct area canvass at the same time as the offence?
To capture people who regularly pass through the area at that time.
What are 2 reasons for conducting a risk assessment related to witnesses of serious offences?
To establish the extent of risk of intimidation and to address potential physical harm.
What are the responsibilities of the OC body?
Ensure death certification, maintain security of the body, note observations, and arrange transport to the mortuary.
What are the responsibilities of the OC suspects team?
Supervise members, profile suspects, gather evidence, and mitigate possible defenses.
What is the purpose of Crime Scene Examination (OK ICE TEE)?
To identify the offence, key elements, suspects, corroborate accounts, exonerate the innocent, verify confessions, and exclude defenses.
What are the duties of a File Manager?
Establish investigation headquarters, manage files, support 2IC, complete document synopses, and assist with prosecution preparation.
What other approaches can be made during an area canvass?
Discreet area canvass.
