Crime Scene Basics Review Game

Give one example of Direct Evidence.

• Eye witness statement, photo or video of the crime being committed

• Hearsay from a neighbor

• Speculation by a bystander

• Rumor spread on social media

Give one example of Individual Evidence.

• DNA, fingerprint, striation marks on tool or bullet, tire tread impression, footwear impressions

• Blood group, soil type, hair color, fiber type

• Paint color, glass type, soil pH, pollen type

• Shoe size, blood type, fiber color, soil texture

Give one example of Class Evidence.

• Hair, fiber, soil, powder, blood type

• Fingerprint pattern

• DNA sequence

• Serial number on a gun

Give one example of Circumstantial Evidence.

• Hair or fiber left at the scene

• A signed confession by the accused

• A video recording of the crime being committed

• An eyewitness account of the crime

Describe how to properly seal an evidence bag.

• Place item in bag, seal bag closed with tape, sign your name and date across the bag and tape

• Place item in bag, leave bag open for ventilation, sign your name on the bag only

• Seal bag with a paperclip, write the date on a separate sheet, attach it to the bag

• Place item in bag, seal with glue, and store without labeling

Why are evidence bags sealed this way?

• To make it evident if the bag is opened and evidence tampered with.

• To keep the evidence cool and dry.

• To make the bag easier to carry.

• To prevent the evidence from being seen by unauthorized personnel.

What is the job of the police officer who first arrives at a crime scene?

• To secure the scene so that it is preserved - no evidence tampered with or destroyed.

• To immediately arrest any suspects found at the scene.

• To begin questioning all witnesses before backup arrives.

• To collect all evidence personally before detectives arrive.

Describe two duties of the Medical Examiner.

• to inform next of kin of the victim’s death, to determine the manner of death

• To provide legal representation to suspects, to investigate financial crimes

• To patrol neighborhoods, to issue traffic tickets

• To conduct psychological evaluations, to provide therapy to victims

Describe the job of the Detective.

• Interview witness, use the evidence and witness information to find a suspect.

• Patrol the streets and issue parking tickets.

• Manage the police department's budget and resources.

• Direct traffic at busy intersections.

Besides the sketch itself, name three things included on the crime scene sketch.

• Location of scene, case number, date and time, arrow indicating north, name of sketch artist, key that links evidence to the evidence numbers used in the sketch

• Only the names of the suspects, the weather, and the type of crime committed

• A list of police officers present, the color of the walls, and the time lunch was served

• The judge's name, the type of pen used for the sketch, and the number of windows in the room