Criminal Investigations Questions with 100% Correct Answers

What is the MPTC model and acronym for responding to the scene/conducting an effective investigation? Correct Answer RESPECT. Respond to scene and make it safe. Emergency care for injured. Separate and remove people. Protect crime scene. Evidence collection. Corroborate evidence with M.G.L. Take action & Testify in court. *You are conducting an A&B investigation with a victim, suspect and 3 witnesses. 2 witnesses need to leave asap. In what order should you conduct interviews? Correct Answer 1. Victims 2. Witnesses 3. Suspects *You are the first Ofc on scene of a crime scene, What is the first step taken to protect evidence/before starting a crime scene log and sketch? Correct Answer Establish the perimeter *When do you begin a sketch of a crime scene? Correct Answer On initial walk through How do you document stains? Correct Answer Describe them (reddish brown substance) Do NOT classify them (blood) *If tasked w/ taking photos, What are the 3 types of photos? Correct Answer 1. Overall 2. Mid-Range 3. Close-Up (Begin w/ broad perspective and move inward) *What should you NOT do when taking crime scene photos? Correct Answer Do not use personal camera or mobile device, avoid showing police, EMS and other public safety personnel in photos, do not delete photos or use editing software to permanently alter original photo. Evidence Based Prosecution Correct Answer Evidence is usually more reliable than eye witnesses. Evidence does not have a memory and cannot change its mind. Chain of Custody Correct Answer