Forensics/CSI Investigation Quiz #1

What must authorities prove to establish a crime?

• That the suspect is wealthy

• That a crime occurred and the charged person was responsible

• That the suspect has a criminal record

• That the victim was harmed unintentionally

Physical evidence can establish that a crime has been committed and:

• Identify the time of the crime

• Provide a link between a crime and its victim or perpetrator

• Reveal the motive behind the crime

• Confirm the location of the crime

Where does forensic science begin?

• In the crime lab

• At the crime scene

• During the trial

• In the suspect's home

What is the responsibility of the first officer at the scene?

• Collect evidence

• Arrest the perpetrator

• Secure the scene

• Conduct interviews

When securing a crime scene, what is better?

• Taping off only the immediate area

• Taping off more than needed

• Leaving the scene open for easy access

• Taping off nothing

What does ADAPT stand for in crime scene processing?

• Assess scene, Detain witness, Arrest perpetrator, Protect scene, Take notes

• Avoid scene, Document evidence, Analyze scene, Protect scene, Take witness

• Arrive at scene, Decide actions, Arrest perpetrator, Protect scene, Take evidence

• Assess scene, Detain suspect, Arrest witness, Protect evidence, Take notes

What is the first step in recording a crime scene?

• Sketching the scene

• Taking notes

What is the purpose of photographing a crime scene?

• To replace sketches

• To record the initial appearance of the scene and evidence

• To identify the suspect

• To focus on the most important evidence only

What should a rough sketch at a crime scene include?

• Artistic details and colors

• Location of all items related to the crime

• Only the body’s location

• Only large evidence items

How should measurements be taken for a crime scene sketch?

• From any two points

• Using estimates

• From two fixed points

• Based on the sketcher’s judgment