WJEC Criminology Unit 3

WJEC Criminology Unit 3Police Officers - The first to arrive on scene, the knes that safeguard the public, arrest suspects and secure the crime scene. Golden Hour - The period immediately after the crime has happened Police Detectives - Specialised police officers that take care of the more serious, complex cases Crime Scene Investigators (CSIs) - Or SOCOs - usually civilians rather than police, they are employed by the police and have some type of scientific degree but aren't police. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Forensic Scientists and Specialists - Aid criminal investigations by collecting and analysing evidence Pathologists - They study the chase of diseases and death by carrying out examinations and autopsy's. they're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Crown Prosecution Service - The independent prosecution agency to take over from the police The National Crime Agency - Teams dealing with organised and economical crimes, smuggling, trafficking, child exploitation, online protection and cyber crimes. HM Revenue and Customs - Investigates and prosecutes tax evasion and fraud. Intelligence - Ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills to a certain topic. The Police National Computer - Holds indefinite records of a persons convictions and cautions which will be revealed in a disclosure and barring service check The Police National Database - Allows the police to share local information and intelligence on a national basis Crimint and the Gangs Matrix - A database of suspected gang members in London, it allows police to identify and risk access gangs and their violence. International Database - Allows information to be shared internationally regarding crimes etc. Forensics - Application of science to crimes Surveillance - Close observation of either a suspected criminals, place or spy, or in some cases anyone involved.