UPTP Test 4 Exam Review | Latest
2026/2027 Questions & Answers
Preliminary Police Investigation - correct answer-Begins when officers are called
and ends when the scene is turned over to an investigator
Identify methods to secure a crime scene - correct answer-Ask initial interview
questions
Protect the evidence
Secure the perimeter and only allow first responders inside
T/F: The sooner the LEO can respond to a burglary that occurred overnight, the
better the chance of an arrest. - correct answer-TRUE
Why should witnesses be separated? - correct answer-To avoid matching stories
What is the number one priority of an LEO upon arrival at the scene? - correct
answer-Render aid to the injured
Who is allowed into a crime scene? - correct answer-Only those approved by the
LEO.
Testimonial Evidence - correct answer-The spoken word/statement
,Documentary Evidence - correct answer-The written word; may become physical
evidence
Physical Evidence - correct answer-Real; has form or mass
Class Characteristics - correct answer-When referring to evidence, it is something
that is not unique to that item. Examples include a 9mm casing or tread from new
tires. CANNOT positively identify the owner
Individual Characteristics - correct answer-When referring to evidence, it is
something that is unique to that item. Examples include finger prints. CAN
positively identify the owner.
Locards Principle of Interchange - correct answer-It is highly impossible that
someone can enter and environment without leaving some trace and leave that
environment without carrying away some trace.
Types of Notes - correct answer-Written
Photos/Video/Audio
Sketches
What do field notes begin with? - correct answer-The date/time you received the
call
If you make an error in your notes... - correct answer-Draw a single line through
it.
, Where should you measure from in a crime scene? - correct answer-Fixed points
(corners of a room, doors, windows, etc.)
What are the 3 perspectives of photography? - correct answer-Overall
Intermediate
Close up (with scale)
Chain of Custody - correct answer-A document that details the life of a piece of
evidence, from the time it was discovered to the time it is no longer needed. This
includes anyone who takes possession of the item.
When should you mark a piece of evidence? - correct answer-Always UNLESS the
marking with diminish its forensic value.
Steps for packing evidence: - correct answer-Document
Pre-label the container
Transport the container to the evidence
Place the evidence inside
Seal immediately
Person borne IED (PBIED) - correct answer-Usually a suicide vest
Body Cavity IED - correct answer-Can be inserted into body cavities or surgically
implanted. Can be detected by an unusual gait.
2026/2027 Questions & Answers
Preliminary Police Investigation - correct answer-Begins when officers are called
and ends when the scene is turned over to an investigator
Identify methods to secure a crime scene - correct answer-Ask initial interview
questions
Protect the evidence
Secure the perimeter and only allow first responders inside
T/F: The sooner the LEO can respond to a burglary that occurred overnight, the
better the chance of an arrest. - correct answer-TRUE
Why should witnesses be separated? - correct answer-To avoid matching stories
What is the number one priority of an LEO upon arrival at the scene? - correct
answer-Render aid to the injured
Who is allowed into a crime scene? - correct answer-Only those approved by the
LEO.
Testimonial Evidence - correct answer-The spoken word/statement
,Documentary Evidence - correct answer-The written word; may become physical
evidence
Physical Evidence - correct answer-Real; has form or mass
Class Characteristics - correct answer-When referring to evidence, it is something
that is not unique to that item. Examples include a 9mm casing or tread from new
tires. CANNOT positively identify the owner
Individual Characteristics - correct answer-When referring to evidence, it is
something that is unique to that item. Examples include finger prints. CAN
positively identify the owner.
Locards Principle of Interchange - correct answer-It is highly impossible that
someone can enter and environment without leaving some trace and leave that
environment without carrying away some trace.
Types of Notes - correct answer-Written
Photos/Video/Audio
Sketches
What do field notes begin with? - correct answer-The date/time you received the
call
If you make an error in your notes... - correct answer-Draw a single line through
it.
, Where should you measure from in a crime scene? - correct answer-Fixed points
(corners of a room, doors, windows, etc.)
What are the 3 perspectives of photography? - correct answer-Overall
Intermediate
Close up (with scale)
Chain of Custody - correct answer-A document that details the life of a piece of
evidence, from the time it was discovered to the time it is no longer needed. This
includes anyone who takes possession of the item.
When should you mark a piece of evidence? - correct answer-Always UNLESS the
marking with diminish its forensic value.
Steps for packing evidence: - correct answer-Document
Pre-label the container
Transport the container to the evidence
Place the evidence inside
Seal immediately
Person borne IED (PBIED) - correct answer-Usually a suicide vest
Body Cavity IED - correct answer-Can be inserted into body cavities or surgically
implanted. Can be detected by an unusual gait.
