Exam

Question 1

What is the first priority upon arrival at a crime scene?

Answer 1

Securing the scene

This establishes a baseline for the investigation.

Question 2

What should first responders note upon arrival at a crime scene?

Answer 2

Signs of struggle, forced entry, unusual smells, ticking sounds

These observations are crucial for the investigation.

Question 3

What is the role of the first responder at a crime scene?

Answer 3

Gather rudimentary information and preserve the scene

This includes establishing the chain of evidence.

Question 4

Why is documentation important in crime scene investigation?

Answer 4

It provides crucial initial information without touching evidence.

Question 5

What should be included in crime scene photography?

Answer 5

Numerous photographs from different angles, including close-ups

Drones can be used for an aerial perspective.

Question 6

What is a field sketch?

Answer 6

A rough diagram documenting the layout of the scene and locations of evidence.

Question 7

What is the strip search method best suited for?

Answer 7

Large outdoor areas

Investigators line up and walk in unison systematically covering the ground.

Question 8

What does the grid search method involve?

Answer 8

Covering the area twice in perpendicular directions.

Question 9

What should be prioritized when approaching a potentially hazardous crime scene?

Answer 9

Safety.

Question 10

What is the zone method in crime scene investigation?

Answer 10

Dividing the area into smaller zones, which are then searched individually.

Question 11

What are the four key aspects of the crime scene investigation process?

Answer 11

• First Responders: Secure the scene
• Crime Scene Investigators: Document and preserve evidence
• Laboratory Analysis: Analyze evidence
• Legal Prosecution: Build a case using evidence.

Question 12

What does the chain of custody ensure in evidence handling?

Answer 12

Integrity and admissibility of evidence in court.

Question 13

What is the importance of using official photographic devices?

Answer 13

To avoid legal issues around subpoenas and data access.

Question 14

What is the primary goal of crime scene photography?

Answer 14

To record the scene’s condition before alterations occur.

Question 15

What should be included in photographs to show scale?

Answer 15

Rulers or measuring devices.

Question 16

What is a latent print?

Answer 16

A fingerprint or mark left at a crime scene that is not immediately visible.

Question 17

What factors should be documented regarding the body as evidence?

Answer 17

• Time of dispatch
• Arrival time
• Interactions with the body.

Question 18

What is the significance of autopsy reports in investigations?

Answer 18

They provide crucial evidence about wounds and causes of death.

Question 19

How does weather impact crime scene investigations?

Answer 19

Weather can reveal or obscure evidence, necessitating documentation at different times.

Question 20

What should be done if multiple crime scenes interfere with one another?

Answer 20

Each scene would be investigated individually to avoid mixing evidence.

Question 21

What is the purpose of the crime scene debriefing?

Answer 21

To review findings, ensure documentation, and plan further investigation.

Question 22

Why must investigators be detail-oriented?

Answer 22

Inexperienced investigators may be questioned on their competency.

Question 23

What is the spiral method in evidence search?

Answer 23

Starting from a central point and spiraling outwards.

Question 24

What should investigators do when gathering witness statements?

Answer 24

Ask about unusual occurrences and document their credibility.

Question 25

Why is thorough documentation important in evidence handling?

Answer 25

It is vital to have detailed photographs of wounds and other relevant details. Taking many photos allows for selection later.

Question 26

What information do autopsy reports provide?

Answer 26

They provide crucial evidence, including entrance and exit wounds, and a preliminary cause of death.

Question 27

What complicates the investigation in the Hockey Player Case?

Answer 27

Both hockey players had elevated blood alcohol levels despite the driver being intoxicated.

Question 28

What is the value of crime scene sketches?

Answer 28

They provide a concise visual representation of the scene, displaying spatial relationships and overall layout.

Question 29

What is the systematic approach to sketching a crime scene?

Answer 29

Begin with a rough overall layout, then create detailed sketches of pertinent areas using measurements.

Question 30

What are the key components for measuring and sketching crime scenes?

Answer 30

Establish a reference point, use polar coordinates, and record distances accurately.

Question 31

What is a reference point in crime scene measurement?

Answer 31

An immovable and easily identifiable object used as a baseline for measurements in a crime scene.

Question 32

How should distances be recorded in crime scene measurements?

Answer 32

Distances should be recorded in terms of distance along the reference line and perpendicular distance from the line.

Question 33

What should be measured when locating a body at a crime scene?

Answer 33

Always measure to the center of mass.

Question 34

What is the importance of securing the crime scene?

Answer 34

Ensure the scene is secured and safe before taking measurements.

Question 35

What is the primary method for creating initial sketches of a crime scene?

Answer 35

Field sketches are created initially to get an overview of the scene.

Question 36

How should multiple pieces of evidence be documented?

Answer 36

Document each piece of evidence methodically, ensuring accurate measurements and clear descriptions.

Question 37

What is the purpose of a key in non-scale drawings?

Answer 37

To show the relationship between the drawing and real-world measurements.

Question 38

What is triangulation in crime scene measurement?

Answer 38

A method that utilizes two or more reference points to measure distances and angles.

Question 39

How can secondary reference points enhance crime scene measurements?

Answer 39

They provide additional points for accuracy and thoroughness when the primary reference point is insufficient.

Question 40

What tools are needed for accurate crime scene measurements?

Answer 40

Two rulers and measuring tape.

Question 41

What should be documented about each piece of evidence?

Answer 41

Who found it, what it is, and how it was secured.

Question 42

Fill in the blank: The process of measuring a crime scene begins with establishing a _______.

Answer 42

[reference point]

Question 43

True or False: Initial sketches of crime scenes must be drawn to scale.

Answer 43

False