Importance of Evidence in Criminal Investigations

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What does 'authenticated' mean in terms of evidence?

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Verified as genuine and what it claims to be.

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Which of the following is NOT considered physical evidence?

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Eyewitness accounts.

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What is NOT a type of tangible physical evidence?

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Dreams.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

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What does it mean for evidence to be 'valid/legally obtained'?

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Follow legal procedures.

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What is testimonial evidence?

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A statement made under oath.

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What is the importance of physical evidence in criminal investigations?

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It provides tangible proof that can link a suspect to a crime.

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Define 'circumstantial evidence'.

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Evidence that relies on an inference to connect it to a conclusion of fact.

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What is the role of forensic science in criminal investigations?

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Forensic science applies scientific principles to analyze evidence from crime scenes.

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What is the difference between direct and circumstantial evidence?

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Direct evidence supports the truth of an assertion directly, while circumstantial evidence requires inference.

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What is the chain of custody in evidence handling?

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The process of maintaining and documenting the handling of evidence.