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Crime Scene Analyst IAI Review
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Define the term Evidence - Correct-answer-Something legally submitted to a
competent tier of fact as a means of certainty the truth of any allege matter
under investigation
Give examples of testimonial and real evidence - Correct-answer-Eye witness,
DNA, fibers, prints
Which of the following pieces of evidence would be more probative in associating
the defendant to the victim in a murder trial - Correct-answer-A bloodstain found
on the defendant's jacket taht subsequently matches the victim's DNA
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List the identifying information that should be listed on the container when
collecting evidence at a crime scene - Correct-answer-1. Name of person
collecting
2. Dates of collection/transfer
3. Agency, case #, type of crime
4. Property tag #
5. Victim/suspect name
6. Storage location
7. Description of item
(T/F) When collecting evidence, the general rule is that more is better than less -
Correct-answer-True
Which of the following would be considered a known sample - Correct-answer-
Buccal swabs from the suspect
You arrive at the scene of a homicide and see a blood-soaked shirt on the floor.
Once it is properly documented, which of the following containers should you
place it in for transportation to the crime lab? - Correct-answer-Paper bag
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The forensic practitioner's sole obligation is to serve the aims of - Correct-answer-
The legal system (not to over/under state scientific findings, unbias)
Which organization has a profession code of ethics that is applicable to forensic
science laboratory - Correct-answer-The American Society of Crime Laboratory
Directors
List some testifying tips that can be used when undergoing cross examination -
Correct-answer-1. Be prepared
2. Ask for clarification
3. Talk to the jury
4. Layman's terms
Which of the following is a major task that the first res ponder must be concerned
with - Correct-answer-Protecting the crime scene
Which of the following principles is associated with processing crime scenes and is
often summarized by "every contact leaves a trace" - Correct-answer-Locard
Exchange Principle
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Describe why it is important for the first responder to record the time associated
with a crime scene investigation - Correct-answer-1. Checking a suspect's story
2. Precision and credibility to officer's statement
When entering a crime scene, the first responder should proceed with extreme
caution and concentrate their attention to possible evidence at which locations -
Correct-answer-1. Places that evidence could be destroyed easily
2. Focal points of the scene
List some of the points that should be covered when taking notes on the
condition of the crime scene - Correct-answer-1. Smells
2. Temp
3. Doors open/closed
4. Lights on/off
5. Time indicators
6. Signs of activity
When is it appropriate for the first responding officer to move a piece of evidence
- Correct-answer-When he is charged with the responsibility of processing the
scene for physical evidence
Crime Scene Analyst IAI Review
Questions with 100% Verified
Answers |Excellent Exam Concepts
For Success
Define the term Evidence - Correct-answer-Something legally submitted to a
competent tier of fact as a means of certainty the truth of any allege matter
under investigation
Give examples of testimonial and real evidence - Correct-answer-Eye witness,
DNA, fibers, prints
Which of the following pieces of evidence would be more probative in associating
the defendant to the victim in a murder trial - Correct-answer-A bloodstain found
on the defendant's jacket taht subsequently matches the victim's DNA
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List the identifying information that should be listed on the container when
collecting evidence at a crime scene - Correct-answer-1. Name of person
collecting
2. Dates of collection/transfer
3. Agency, case #, type of crime
4. Property tag #
5. Victim/suspect name
6. Storage location
7. Description of item
(T/F) When collecting evidence, the general rule is that more is better than less -
Correct-answer-True
Which of the following would be considered a known sample - Correct-answer-
Buccal swabs from the suspect
You arrive at the scene of a homicide and see a blood-soaked shirt on the floor.
Once it is properly documented, which of the following containers should you
place it in for transportation to the crime lab? - Correct-answer-Paper bag
,3|Page
The forensic practitioner's sole obligation is to serve the aims of - Correct-answer-
The legal system (not to over/under state scientific findings, unbias)
Which organization has a profession code of ethics that is applicable to forensic
science laboratory - Correct-answer-The American Society of Crime Laboratory
Directors
List some testifying tips that can be used when undergoing cross examination -
Correct-answer-1. Be prepared
2. Ask for clarification
3. Talk to the jury
4. Layman's terms
Which of the following is a major task that the first res ponder must be concerned
with - Correct-answer-Protecting the crime scene
Which of the following principles is associated with processing crime scenes and is
often summarized by "every contact leaves a trace" - Correct-answer-Locard
Exchange Principle
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Describe why it is important for the first responder to record the time associated
with a crime scene investigation - Correct-answer-1. Checking a suspect's story
2. Precision and credibility to officer's statement
When entering a crime scene, the first responder should proceed with extreme
caution and concentrate their attention to possible evidence at which locations -
Correct-answer-1. Places that evidence could be destroyed easily
2. Focal points of the scene
List some of the points that should be covered when taking notes on the
condition of the crime scene - Correct-answer-1. Smells
2. Temp
3. Doors open/closed
4. Lights on/off
5. Time indicators
6. Signs of activity
When is it appropriate for the first responding officer to move a piece of evidence
- Correct-answer-When he is charged with the responsibility of processing the
scene for physical evidence
