[Date]
FOR2605 Assignment 2
Semester 2 2024
(527395) - DUE 19
September 2024
UESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
,FOR2605 Assignment 2 Semester 2 2024 (527395) - DUE 19 September 2024
Question 1
Making complete and accurate investigation notes is one of the most important
responsibilities of an investigator who attends a scene. Discuss note taking under the
following themes/headings:
1.1 Reasons why notes should be taken at a scene.
1.2 Essential information that should appear in notes taken at a scene.
1.3 Methods of documenting a scene. [10]
Question 2
Name ten (10) types of evidence and experts specialising in those fields. [10]
Question 1: Note-Taking at a Scene
1.1 Reasons Why Notes Should Be Taken at a Scene
1. Accuracy of Information:
o Ensures that all observations and details are accurately recorded while
they are fresh in the investigator's mind, minimizing the risk of memory
distortion over time.
2. Evidence Documentation:
, o Provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the scene, which is
crucial for documenting the evidence collected and the condition in which
it was found.
3. Legal Requirements:
o Maintains a detailed and chronological record that can be presented in
court as part of the evidence, supporting the integrity and credibility of the
investigation.
4. Continuity of Investigation:
o Facilitates communication and continuity in the investigation, especially if
multiple investigators or teams are involved.
5. Case Reconstruction:
o Assists in reconstructing the sequence of events leading to the crime,
helping to understand the context and develop theories about the incident.
6. Decision-Making:
o Provides a factual basis for making informed decisions during the
investigation, such as identifying suspects and determining investigative
strategies.
7. Accountability:
o Holds investigators accountable for their actions and decisions at the
scene, ensuring that proper procedures are followed.
FOR2605 Assignment 2
Semester 2 2024
(527395) - DUE 19
September 2024
UESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
,FOR2605 Assignment 2 Semester 2 2024 (527395) - DUE 19 September 2024
Question 1
Making complete and accurate investigation notes is one of the most important
responsibilities of an investigator who attends a scene. Discuss note taking under the
following themes/headings:
1.1 Reasons why notes should be taken at a scene.
1.2 Essential information that should appear in notes taken at a scene.
1.3 Methods of documenting a scene. [10]
Question 2
Name ten (10) types of evidence and experts specialising in those fields. [10]
Question 1: Note-Taking at a Scene
1.1 Reasons Why Notes Should Be Taken at a Scene
1. Accuracy of Information:
o Ensures that all observations and details are accurately recorded while
they are fresh in the investigator's mind, minimizing the risk of memory
distortion over time.
2. Evidence Documentation:
, o Provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the scene, which is
crucial for documenting the evidence collected and the condition in which
it was found.
3. Legal Requirements:
o Maintains a detailed and chronological record that can be presented in
court as part of the evidence, supporting the integrity and credibility of the
investigation.
4. Continuity of Investigation:
o Facilitates communication and continuity in the investigation, especially if
multiple investigators or teams are involved.
5. Case Reconstruction:
o Assists in reconstructing the sequence of events leading to the crime,
helping to understand the context and develop theories about the incident.
6. Decision-Making:
o Provides a factual basis for making informed decisions during the
investigation, such as identifying suspects and determining investigative
strategies.
7. Accountability:
o Holds investigators accountable for their actions and decisions at the
scene, ensuring that proper procedures are followed.
