Criminology: From Crime Scene to Courtroom

What is the primary role of police officers and detectives at a crime scene?

• To arrest suspects immediately

• To interrogate witnesses

• To preserve life and ensure safety

• To collect evidence

What is the 'golden hour' in a crime scene investigation?

• The time taken to collect all evidence

• The first hour after a crime is discovered

• The duration of the trial

• The time taken to arrest a suspect

Which specialist police unit is responsible for underwater searches?

• Underwater search unit

• Air support

• Mounted police

• Traffic police

What was a major finding of the Macpherson Report in 1999?

• The police had no issues

• The police were institutionally racist

• The police were overfunded

• The police were highly effective

What is the main responsibility of Crime Scene Investigators (CSIs)?

• To interrogate witnesses

• To patrol the streets

• To collect and preserve physical evidence

• To arrest suspects

What is the average salary range for a forensic scientist in the UK?

• £70,000 - £100,000

• £50,000 - £70,000

• £20,000 - £45,000

• £10,000 - £20,000

What is the role of a forensic pathologist?

• To collect evidence from crime scenes

• To determine the cause of death by examining the body

• To provide legal advice

• To patrol the streets

What is the main function of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)?

• To arrest suspects

• To decide if a case should be brought to court

• To provide medical assistance

• To patrol the streets

What was a significant issue in the Stephen Lawrence case?

• There was no evidence of police misconduct

• The police responded quickly and efficiently

• The police made several mistakes and showed racial bias

• The case was solved within a week

What is a major limitation of the CPS?

• They are always overstaffed

• They have unlimited funding

• They can only afford to take certain cases to court due to funding cuts

• They have no legal expertise