Forensics Chapter 2 Review

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This is the first step of processing a crime scene: Search, Record, Secure, Collect Evidence

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Secure

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The main goal of processing a crime scene is to:

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locate physical evidence

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Physical evidence is proof that a crime has been committed OR provides

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a link between the scene and a victim, a link between the scene and the perpetrator, a link between the scene and other relevant locations.

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This person is responsible for securing the crime scene

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The 1st Officer to arrive

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Which is NOT something done right away to secure the crime scene? Options: Call for back up, Note any person or vehicle leaving the scene, Obtain medical assistance if needed, Make an arrest, if possible

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Collect evidence

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As more officers arrive, what else happens to secure the scene? Options: Set a perimeter, Do a cursory search, Remove unauthorized persons, All of the above

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All of the above

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Who is not unauthorized to be at the crime scene? Family, Medical Examiner, Media, Eye witnesses

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Medical Examiner

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This is the second step of processing a crime scene?

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Record

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What does step 2 involve? Options: Taking photographs, Taking notes, Making a rough sketch, All of the above

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All of the above

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This is the reason why sketches are important...

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They show the important items and remove clutter