CRI2601
Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
Unique Number: 861656
Due Date: 17 April 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1.
The Crime Administration System (CAS) plays a critical role within the South African
Police Service (SAPS) as a comprehensive computer system used for recording and
managing crime data nationwide. Its primary function is to capture crucial details about
criminal incidents, including the type of crime, location, complainant information, details of
known suspects, instruments used, and the date and time of the crime. This data is vital for
effective law enforcement, investigation, and crime analysis, and is used by various SAPS
divisions, including the Detective Service and Crime Intelligence Unit.
CAS is primarily located at the Client Service Centre (CSC), which acts as the first point of
contact when a crime is reported. For example, if a robbery is reported at a local police
station, the CSC personnel would enter the details of the robbery into the CAS. This
includes the name of the complainant, the suspect (if identified), the weapon used, and the
specifics of the incident, such as the date and time. These
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Assignment 2 Semester 1 2025
Unique Number: 861656
Due Date: 17 April 2025
QUESTION 1
1.1.
The Crime Administration System (CAS) plays a critical role within the South African
Police Service (SAPS) as a comprehensive computer system used for recording and
managing crime data nationwide. Its primary function is to capture crucial details about
criminal incidents, including the type of crime, location, complainant information, details of
known suspects, instruments used, and the date and time of the crime. This data is vital for
effective law enforcement, investigation, and crime analysis, and is used by various SAPS
divisions, including the Detective Service and Crime Intelligence Unit.
CAS is primarily located at the Client Service Centre (CSC), which acts as the first point of
contact when a crime is reported. For example, if a robbery is reported at a local police
station, the CSC personnel would enter the details of the robbery into the CAS. This
includes the name of the complainant, the suspect (if identified), the weapon used, and the
specifics of the incident, such as the date and time. These
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
