WRITE UP MODEL
WJEC LEVEL 3 APPLIED DIPLOMA IN
CRIMINOLOGY
Criminology Unit 3: AC 3.3
Evaluate the Use of Information in Criminal Investigations
AC 3.3 focuses on how information is used by police and the criminal justice system, and the strengths
and weaknesses of different types of information in solving crimes and securing convictions.
USE OF INFORMATION IN CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
Information is essential in criminal investigations as it helps police identify suspects, link crimes, and build
cases for prosecution. However, information must be used carefully, as inaccurate or misinterpreted
information can lead to miscarriages of justice.