UPTP Test 4 Guaranteed Success
Preliminary Police Investigation
turned over to an investigator
Begins when officers are called and ends when the scene is
Identify methods to secure a crime scene
Protect the evidence
Ask initial interview questions
Secure the perimeter and only ...
UPTP Test 4 Guaranteed Success
Preliminary Police Investigation Begins when officers are called and ends when the scene is
turned over to an investigator
Identify methods to secure a crime scene Ask initial interview questions
Protect the evidence
Secure the perimeter and only allow first responders inside
T/F: The sooner the LEO can respond to a burglary that occurred overnight, the better the chance of
an arrest. TRUE
Why should witnesses be separated? To avoid matching stories
What is the number one priority of an LEO upon arrival at the scene? Render aid to the injured
Who is allowed into a crime scene? Only those approved by the LEO.
Testimonial Evidence The spoken word/statement
Documentary Evidence The written word; may become physical evidence
Physical Evidence Real; has form or mass
Class Characteristics When referring to evidence, it is something that is not unique to that item.
Examples include a 9mm casing or tread from new tires. CANNOT positively identify the owner
Individual Characteristics When referring to evidence, it is something that is unique to that item.
Examples include finger prints. CAN positively identify the owner.
Locards Principle of Interchange It is highly impossible that someone can enter and environment
without leaving some trace and leave that environment without carrying away some trace.
, Types of Notes Written
Photos/Video/Audio
Sketches
What do field notes begin with? The date/time you received the call
If you make an error in your notes... Draw a single line through it.
Where should you measure from in a crime scene? Fixed points (corners of a room, doors,
windows, etc.)
What are the 3 perspectives of photography? Overall
Intermediate
Close up (with scale)
Chain of Custody A document that details the life of a piece of evidence, from the time it was
discovered to the time it is no longer needed. This includes anyone who takes possession of the item.
When should you mark a piece of evidence? Always UNLESS the marking with diminish its
forensic value.
Steps for packing evidence: Document
Pre-label the container
Transport the container to the evidence
Place the evidence inside
Seal immediately
Person borne IED (PBIED) Usually a suicide vest
Body Cavity IED Can be inserted into body cavities or surgically implanted. Can be detected by an
unusual gait.
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