Forensic Science - Chapter 3

What does 'Corpus Delicti' mean?

• Body of the Crime

• Crime Scene Investigation

• Evidence Collection

• Suspect Identification

Authorities must prove two things: (1) That a crime occurred and (2) That the person charged with the crime was responsible for the crime.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT listed as a top reason for committing a crime?

• A) Money

• B) Revenge

• C) Emotion—love, hate, anger

• D) Curiosity

One emotion mentioned as a top reason for committing a crime is:

• Anger

• Happiness

• Boredom

• Excitement

Which of the following is a source of evidence?

• Money

• Body

• Revenge

• Emotion

Fill in the blank: A ________ is any place where evidence may be located and gathered to help explain events.

• Crime Scene

• Laboratory

• Courtroom

• Jury Box

Fill in the blank: ________ is the characteristic method of operation of a criminal; sometimes referred to as MO.

• Modus operandi

• Habeas corpus

• Mens rea

• Corpus delicti

Who is typically the first member of the crime scene team to arrive at the scene?

• Investigator

• First police officer on the scene

• Lab expert

• Photographer

Fill in the blank: The crime scene team may include a ________ if necessary to examine bodies at the scene.

• Medical examiner

• Photographer

• Evidence technician

• Crime scene sketch artist

Which professional is responsible for collecting photographic evidence at a crime scene?

• Lab expert

• Investigator

• Photographer and/or field evidence technician

• Medics