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UPTP EXAM 4 2026 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS| ACE YOUR GRADES.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Collection and
Preservation of Evidence
Understand that crime scenes vary and processing methods
depend on the scene.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Marking the evidence
Avoid marking evidence; if necessary, mark in a non-critical area.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Packaging evidence
Document evidence, pre-label the container, avoid cross-
contamination, place evidence inside and seal immediately.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Handling Biological
evidence
Air-dry wet items, use porous containers, and manage live
vegetation appropriately.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Importance of Chain of
Custody
Ensures the integrity and legal validity of the evidence.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Maintaining Chain of
Custody
Properly mark and store evidence, document every transfer of
possession, and minimize the chain's length to avoid potential
weaknesses.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Review Questions
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a. Avoid marking evidence if it can diminish the forensic value.
b. Best practice for packaging: Document evidence, pre-label the
container, transport the container to the evidence, place the
evidence inside, and seal immediately.
c. Every person taking possession of evidence must document
their actions on the chain of custody form.
Crime scene preservation EPO #1 PPI Duties
-include establishing facts,
-securing the scene,
-beginning evidence collection.
Crime Scene Preservation EPO #3 Procedures for Recording
the Crime Scene Golden Rule
Do not alter evidence until documented.
Officer Liability EPO #1 42 U.S.C. § 1983
Applies to state and local enforcement officers for civil rights
violations under color of law.
Officer Liability EPO #1 Bivens Analogy
Bivens extends similar actions to federal officers, allowing civil
suits for constitutional rights violations.
Officer Liability EPO #1 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and Bivens Analogy
Elements
Misconduct under color of state law (for § 1983) or federal
authority (for Bivens) leading to violation of constitutional rights.
Officer Liability EPO #1 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and Bivens Analogy
Applicability
§ 1983 applies to state/local officers; Bivens to federal officers.
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Officer Liability EPO #1 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and Bivens Analogy
Scope
Civil action against officers for rights violations; does not cover
military, federal agencies.
Officer Liability EPO #2 Civil Liability under State Tort
Theories
Personal liability for actions causing harm; negligence, assault,
etc.
Officer Liability EPO #2 FTCA Protection
Shields federal officers from personal liability, transferring it to the
government, if actions were within employment scope.
Officer Liability EPO #3 Bivens Actions
Suits against federal officers for constitutional rights violations.
Officer Liability EPO #3 Qualified Immunity
Defense for officers performing discretionary functions unless
rights violated were clearly established.
Courtroom Testimony EPO #1 Demonstrate (by by
professionally responding) common techniques used to
impeach witnesses during cross-examination Handling
Contradictory Evidence
Acknowledge discrepancies, provide context, and clarify.
Courtroom Testimony EPO #1 Responding to Questions
about Past Inconsistencies
Admit if true, correct the record, and explain the reason for
inconsistency.
UPTP EXAM 4 2026 QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS| ACE YOUR GRADES.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Collection and
Preservation of Evidence
Understand that crime scenes vary and processing methods
depend on the scene.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Marking the evidence
Avoid marking evidence; if necessary, mark in a non-critical area.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Packaging evidence
Document evidence, pre-label the container, avoid cross-
contamination, place evidence inside and seal immediately.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Handling Biological
evidence
Air-dry wet items, use porous containers, and manage live
vegetation appropriately.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Importance of Chain of
Custody
Ensures the integrity and legal validity of the evidence.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Maintaining Chain of
Custody
Properly mark and store evidence, document every transfer of
possession, and minimize the chain's length to avoid potential
weaknesses.
Crime Scene preservation EPO #4 Review Questions
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a. Avoid marking evidence if it can diminish the forensic value.
b. Best practice for packaging: Document evidence, pre-label the
container, transport the container to the evidence, place the
evidence inside, and seal immediately.
c. Every person taking possession of evidence must document
their actions on the chain of custody form.
Crime scene preservation EPO #1 PPI Duties
-include establishing facts,
-securing the scene,
-beginning evidence collection.
Crime Scene Preservation EPO #3 Procedures for Recording
the Crime Scene Golden Rule
Do not alter evidence until documented.
Officer Liability EPO #1 42 U.S.C. § 1983
Applies to state and local enforcement officers for civil rights
violations under color of law.
Officer Liability EPO #1 Bivens Analogy
Bivens extends similar actions to federal officers, allowing civil
suits for constitutional rights violations.
Officer Liability EPO #1 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and Bivens Analogy
Elements
Misconduct under color of state law (for § 1983) or federal
authority (for Bivens) leading to violation of constitutional rights.
Officer Liability EPO #1 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and Bivens Analogy
Applicability
§ 1983 applies to state/local officers; Bivens to federal officers.
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Officer Liability EPO #1 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and Bivens Analogy
Scope
Civil action against officers for rights violations; does not cover
military, federal agencies.
Officer Liability EPO #2 Civil Liability under State Tort
Theories
Personal liability for actions causing harm; negligence, assault,
etc.
Officer Liability EPO #2 FTCA Protection
Shields federal officers from personal liability, transferring it to the
government, if actions were within employment scope.
Officer Liability EPO #3 Bivens Actions
Suits against federal officers for constitutional rights violations.
Officer Liability EPO #3 Qualified Immunity
Defense for officers performing discretionary functions unless
rights violated were clearly established.
Courtroom Testimony EPO #1 Demonstrate (by by
professionally responding) common techniques used to
impeach witnesses during cross-examination Handling
Contradictory Evidence
Acknowledge discrepancies, provide context, and clarify.
Courtroom Testimony EPO #1 Responding to Questions
about Past Inconsistencies
Admit if true, correct the record, and explain the reason for
inconsistency.
