UPTP Test 4 Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct!!

Preliminary Police Investigation - ANSWER-Begins when officers are called and ends when the scene is turned over to an investigator Identify methods to secure a crime scene - 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. - ANSWER-TRUE Why should witnesses be separated? - ANSWER-To avoid matching stories What is the number one priority of an LEO upon arrival at the scene? - ANSWER-Render aid to the injured Who is allowed into a crime scene? - ANSWER-Only those approved by the LEO. Testimonial Evidence - ANSWER-The spoken word/statement Documentary Evidence - ANSWER-The written word; may become physical evidence Physical Evidence - ANSWER-Real; has form or mass Class Characteristics - 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 - 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 - 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 - ANSWER-Written Photos/Video/Audio Sketches What do field notes begin with? - ANSWER-The date/time you received the call If you make an error