MIDTERM_USE_FOR.SCI_Units_1&2_REVIEW

Front

Eyewitness accounts can vary based on which factors?

Back

Eyewitness accounts can vary based on interest, stress level, and the number of people at the scene.

Front

What is the primary tool used by the Innocence Project to exonerate falsely convicted individuals?

Back

The Innocence Project primarily uses DNA evidence to exonerate falsely convicted individuals.

Front

What type of evidence is an eyewitness statement classified as?

Back

An eyewitness statement is classified as direct evidence.

Front

What are the requirements for prosecuting a crime of omission?

Back

To prosecute for a crime of omission, the defendant must have a legal duty and must be aware of that duty.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a way to improve observational skills?

Back

When collecting evidence, recording only those things that you are sure are important is NOT a way to improve observational skills.

Front

Define 'direct evidence'.

Back

Direct evidence is evidence that directly links a defendant to the crime, such as eyewitness testimony.

Front

What is 'circumstantial evidence'?

Back

Circumstantial evidence is evidence that suggests a fact or event without proving it directly.

Front

Explain the concept of 'legal duty' in the context of crimes of omission.

Back

Legal duty refers to the obligation to act in a certain way, which can lead to prosecution if not fulfilled.

Front

What role does stress play in eyewitness testimony?

Back

Stress can significantly affect an eyewitness's ability to accurately recall details of an event.

Front

How can one improve observational skills?

Back

To improve observational skills, one should observe everything, big and small, and document all findings.