Chapter 2 CSI Effect Test

What is the primary focus of Chapter 2 in the presentation?

• The history of crime shows

• The influence of crime TV shows on public perception

• The development of forensic science

• The role of law enforcement in society

How does the CSI Effect primarily impact jurors?

• They become more lenient in their judgments.

• They expect high-tech forensic evidence in every case.

• They are less likely to pay attention during trials.

• They become more skeptical of police work.

Which of the following statements best describes the challenges faced by prosecutors due to the CSI Effect?

• They have more resources available for evidence collection.

• They feel pressure to provide scientific evidence in every case.

• They are less concerned about juror expectations.

• They can rely on jurors' understanding of legal processes.

How might defense attorneys leverage the CSI Effect to their advantage?

• By presenting more forensic evidence than required.

• By taking advantage of jurors' high expectations for evidence.

• By arguing for harsher penalties based on public perception.

• By avoiding discussions about forensic science altogether.

What impact does the CSI Effect have on law enforcement?

• It reduces the need for forensic technology.

• It leads to increased pressure to collect more evidence.

• It simplifies the process of crime scene investigation.

• It encourages faster case resolutions without evidence.

Why might crime labs be overwhelmed due to the CSI Effect?

• They receive fewer evidence submissions.

• They are expected to process evidence more slowly.

• There is an increase in evidence submissions from law enforcement.

• They have more funding and resources than ever before.

Which of the following is a common myth perpetuated by Hollywood regarding forensic science?

• Forensic evidence is always accurate.

• The time of death can be pinpointed exactly.

• Forensic science is a glamorous profession.

• All of the above.

How does the portrayal of death in Hollywood films differ from reality?

• Death is often depicted as peaceful and clean.

• Death is portrayed with realistic details.

• Death is shown as a quick process.

• Both A and C.

What is one reason why the exact time of death is difficult to determine in real investigations?

• Forensic scientists are not trained to estimate time of death.

• Multiple factors can influence the estimation of time of death.

• Bodies do not undergo any changes after death.

• Crime scenes are always preserved perfectly.

How do criminals potentially benefit from the information presented in crime shows?

• They learn how to commit crimes without being caught.

• They become more aware of law enforcement techniques.

• They understand how to destroy evidence effectively.

• All of the above.