Chapter 13 n 9a Flashcards
(19 cards)
Burglary
A person who breaks and enters the building or structure of
another person, with intent to commit a felony or theft in it,
commits burglary, a Level 5 felony.
Tool marks on a door frame at a burglary scene is an
example of _____ evidence.
A. Impression (Physical)
B. Documentary
C. Circumstantial
D. Testimonial
A
More than half of all burglaries are due to
unlocked doors and windows. (T/F)
True
Most burglaries occur on commercial (business)
properties.
False
What are some burglary facts?
- Most happen during late morning and early afternoon
- Victims often cannot provide information about a
suspect - No eyewitnesses to the crime in most cases
- Little or no physical evidence
- Crime of opportunity
– Little Planning, Often Spontaneous
tool mark, paint transfer, and impression
Striation & Paint Marks: Mostly
found in windows, doors, display
cases, cash registers, safes,
other locked items.
* Evidence of Forced Entry
This post- mortem indicator results from non-
circulating blood settling in the lowest portion of the
body.
A. Rigor Mortis
B. Corneal Clouding
C. Liver Mortis
D. Putrification
C
The victim must he suspended in air (feet off of the
ground) in order to die from hanging. (T/F)
FALSE
Post-Mortem
The condition of the body and the changes in the
body after death can be used to determine the
cause and manner of death
Post -Mortem Indicators Indicate the Time of Death
One of the most important factors in a homicide
case. Establishes a “Biological” Timeline.
Corneal Clouding
thin film over the
external areas of the eyes, Appears ½ -3 hours after death
Liver Mortis (Lividity)
Non-circulating
blood settles to the
lowest portion of
the body after death
Rigor Mortis
Stiffening of the Body for a
Brief Time Following death.
*Putrefaction
Decomposition
Decomposition, Begins approximately 36
hours after death
Asphyxia
Victim dies from a lack of air (oxygen)
Strangulation
Hanging
Poison Gas
Primary Misconception About Hanging
A body does not have to be
completely suspended. Asphyxia will occur if the throat is constricted
Color of Carbon Monoxide Lividity
Cherry red or Pink
This post- mortem indicator results from non-
circulating blood settling in the lowest portion of the
body.
A. Rigor Mortis
B. Corneal Clouding
C. Liver Mortis
D. Putrification
C
The victim must he suspended in air (feet off of the
ground) in order to die from hanging. (T/F)
False
