CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS
Primary Objectives of a Criminal Investigation - Answer -1. Respond to any
emergencies at the scene of the crime.
2. Determine whether a crime was committed, and, if so, what crime?
3. Establish crime scene priorities.
4. Identify suspects.
5. Gather and preserve evidence.
6. Recover stolen property.
7. Assist in the prosecution and conviction of the defendant or defendants.
Legal Elements of Robbery (2 of them) - Answer -The unlawful taking... by force or fear
Nothing is illegal between consenting adults - Answer -True
Rape, PC 261 (a) / Forcible Rape, PC 261 (a) 2 - Answer -There are 7 Categories of
rape. Rape is an act of sexual intercourse or penetration of the victim's vagina.
2 classifications of rape: Forcible & Statutory
What is statutory rape? - Answer -Sexual intercourse with a minor, with or without the
minor's consent.
Spousal rape, PC 262 - Answer -Date Rape, also called acquaintance rape.
How should rape victims be interviewed? - Answer -Victims should be interviewed with
extreme sensitivity and understanding.
What constitutes Child Molestation, PC 288? - Answer -Lewd or Lascivious Behavior
with a Child (Person under 14).
Suspects of Rape cases are usually? - Answer -Family members/ family friend
Every adult is a legal mandatory reporter. - Answer -True
For interviewing a pedophile victim - Answer -Interview the kid based on their age and
maturity.
Extortion, PC 518 - Answer -The obtaining of property from another with the
appearance of consent. Also known as "Blackmail."
Most common victims of Extortion/ Kidnapping - Answer -Public officials, the rich and
famous.
Threats can be sent through electronic communications or by letter. - Answer -True
Primary Objectives of a Criminal Investigation - Answer -1. Respond to any
emergencies at the scene of the crime.
2. Determine whether a crime was committed, and, if so, what crime?
3. Establish crime scene priorities.
4. Identify suspects.
5. Gather and preserve evidence.
6. Recover stolen property.
7. Assist in the prosecution and conviction of the defendant or defendants.
Legal Elements of Robbery (2 of them) - Answer -The unlawful taking... by force or fear
Nothing is illegal between consenting adults - Answer -True
Rape, PC 261 (a) / Forcible Rape, PC 261 (a) 2 - Answer -There are 7 Categories of
rape. Rape is an act of sexual intercourse or penetration of the victim's vagina.
2 classifications of rape: Forcible & Statutory
What is statutory rape? - Answer -Sexual intercourse with a minor, with or without the
minor's consent.
Spousal rape, PC 262 - Answer -Date Rape, also called acquaintance rape.
How should rape victims be interviewed? - Answer -Victims should be interviewed with
extreme sensitivity and understanding.
What constitutes Child Molestation, PC 288? - Answer -Lewd or Lascivious Behavior
with a Child (Person under 14).
Suspects of Rape cases are usually? - Answer -Family members/ family friend
Every adult is a legal mandatory reporter. - Answer -True
For interviewing a pedophile victim - Answer -Interview the kid based on their age and
maturity.
Extortion, PC 518 - Answer -The obtaining of property from another with the
appearance of consent. Also known as "Blackmail."
Most common victims of Extortion/ Kidnapping - Answer -Public officials, the rich and
famous.
Threats can be sent through electronic communications or by letter. - Answer -True
