Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation Quiz

Which personnel are primarily involved in the legal prosecution of criminal cases?

• The Crown Prosecution Service

• Forensic specialists

• Pathologists

• Crime scene investigators

Which personnel are tasked with determining the cause of death in suspicious cases?

• Pathologists

• Forensic specialists

• Crime scene investigators

• Police officers & detectives

Who gathers evidence so it can be used in the investigation?

• Police officers

• Crime scene investigators

• Lawyers

• Journalists

What does the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) use to make decisions about charging and prosecuting a suspect?

• Public opinion

• Evidence from police investigations and forensic findings

• Media reports

• Witness interviews only

Who makes decisions about whether to charge and prosecute a suspect?

• The police

• The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)

• The defense attorney

• The judge

What is one of the responsibilities of police officers at the scene?

• To interview the media

• To arrest a suspect if possible

• To write a detailed report

• To call the fire department

Who is responsible for attending to injuries at the scene?

• Detectives

• Paramedics

• Police officers

• Firefighters

What types of crimes do police detectives manage?

• Minor traffic violations

• Complex and serious crimes

• Petty theft

• Noise complaints

Which of the following is a specialized department that police detectives work within?

• Environmental Protection

• Fraud

• Education

• Public Relations

Which specialized unit is NOT mentioned as part of the police force?

• Traffic

• Dog handlers

• Cybersecurity

• Air support