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Swanson, Criminal Investigation 8/e
Criminal Investigation, 8/e
Charles R. Swanson, University of Georgia
Neil C. Chamelin, Assistant State Attorney, Second Judicial Circuit
Leonard Territo, University of South Florida- Tampa

Investigators, the Investigative Process, and the Crime Scene

Multiple Choice Quiz



1

___________ investigation is the effort expended by the police in gathering information subsequent to the intiation of the original report until the case is ready for prosecution.
A)Advanced
B)Cold
C)Collateral
D)Follow-up
2

The actions taken at the crime scene immediately following the detection and reporting of the crime scene constitute the:
A)essential part of police work.
B)follow-up investigation.
C)Cold search.
D)Preliminary investigation.
3

single most important skill of a criminal investigator is __________________?
A)The ability to utilize deadly force in making an arrest
B)The ability to converse equally well with a wide range of people
C)Good luck
D)A narrow range of contacts
4

What are the three immediate outcomes once a criminal offense has been committed?
A)It may go undetected. Incorrect: This describes only one possible outcome.
B)If a violation is reported, it may not be detected.
C)The crime may come to the attention of the police through their observation or a complaint by a victim or a witness.
D)All of the above.
5

Which of the following is the first step in the initial response to a crime scene?
A)Note all dispatch information carefully.
B)Be alert for people and cars leaving the crime scene.
C)Approach the scene cautiously, scan the entire area thoroughly, assess the scene, be aware of people and vehicles in the vicinity that may be related to the call.
D)In assessing the scene, apply all of your senses, be alert for dangers, let other responders know of dangers and request specialized help as the situation dictates.
6

Which of the following is the second step in the initial response to a crime scene?
A)Note all dispatch information carefully.
B)Be alert for people and cars leaving the crime scene.
C)Approach the scene cautiously, scan the entire are thoroughly, assess the scene, be aware of people and vehicles in the vicinity that may be related to the call.
D)In assessing the scene, apply all of your senses, be alert for dangers, let other responders know of dangers and request specialized help as the situation dictates.
7

Which of the following is the third step in the initial response to a crime scene?
A)Note all dispatch information carefully.
B)Be alert for people and cars leaving the crime scene.
C)Approach the scene cautiously, scan the entire are thoroughly, assess the scene, be aware of people and vehicles in the vicinity that may be related to the call.
D)In assessing the scene, apply all of your senses, be alert for dangers, let other responders know of dangers and request specialized help as the situation dictates.
8

Which of the following is the fourth step in the initial response to a crime scene?
A)Note all dispatch information carefully.
B)Be alert for people and cars leaving the crime scene.
C)Approach the scene cautiously, scan the entire are thoroughly, assess the scene, be aware of people and vehicles in the vicinity that may be related to the call.
D)In assessing the scene, apply all of your senses, be alert for dangers, let other responders know of dangers and request specialized help as the situation dictates.
9

Which of the following best describes the first step in a preliminary investigation of a crime scene?
A)Receipt of information and initial response
B)Emergency care
C)Crime scene control
D)Preparation of the incident/offense report
10

What does the acronym B.O.L.O. best describe?
A)The third step in a preliminary investigation.
B)The sixth step in a preliminary investigation.
C)The fourth step in a preliminary investigation.
D)Prepare the incident/offense report.
11

A crime has been committed at a certain location. Which of the following best describes the name designated to this scene?
A)Macroscopic
B)Microscopic
C)Secondary
D)Primary
12

What crime is most frequently cleared by arrest?
A)Burglary
B)Murder
C)Forcible rape
D)Motor vehicle theft
13

Crime scene investigation is intended to accomplish which of the following objectives?
A)Reconstructing what happened.
B)Developing an incident/offense report.
C)Technical services
D)Coordinating the autopsy
14

Crime scene investigation is intended to accomplish which of the following objectives?
A)Reconstructing what happened.
B)Developing an incident/offense report.
C)Technical services
D)Coordinating the autopsy
15

Which of the following supplies should be available for crime scene security?
A)Video recorder
B)Portable copier/printer
C)Tweezers and forceps
D)Crime scene barrier tape
16

Which of the following supplies should be available for processing the crime scene?
A)Video recorder
B)Portable copier/printer
C)Tweezers and forceps
D)Crime scene barrier tape
17

Which of the following supplies should be available for crime scene documentation?
A)Video recorder
B)Portable copier/printer
C)Tweezers and forceps
D)Crime scene barrier tape
18

Which of the following is a basic rule for crime scene investigator?
A)Maintenance of control
B)Photographing the entire scene
C)Inclusiveness of only major evidence
D)Preparation of the administrative log
19

Which of the following is not a typical threat to the health and safety of criminal investigators?
A)Insect stings
B)Infectious pathogens
C)Common cold
D)Chemicals
20

Which of the following is not an indication of suspicious mail according to the Centers for Disease Control?
A)Proper postage
B)Excessive packaging material such as masking tape or string
C)Marked with restrictions
D)Not addressed to a specific person
21

Which of the following is not a sign of a potential chemical attack?
A)Lack of insects
B)Discoloration of plants
C)Vapor, mist, thin fog, or low clouds unrelated to the weather.
D)Snowfall
22

A person is found shot to death in a large field. What is the major priority in such a crime scene search?
A)Coordination
B)Boundary determination
C)Utilizing personal protective equipment
D)Care and collection of evidence
23

Which of the following are advantages of using digital cameras at a major crime scene?
A)Images can be viewed immediately.
B)The stored images are subject to electromagnetic degrading.
C)The storage media are easy to obtain.
D)It is easy to pull up old, archived images.
24

Which of the following is not a guideline for photographing almost any crime scene?
A)Keep a photo log of all shots taken.
B)If in a building, take pictures of all doors and exits.
C)Document all stages of the investigation, including physical evidence discoveries.
D)Photograph the scene a few days after the crime scene is discovered.
25

Which of the following is a complete list of information that should be included in a transmittal letter when submitting evidence to the FBI crime laboratory?
A)The submitting person’s agency, address, and phone number
B)Case identification numbers, the nature of the evidence submitted, and all communications relating to them
C)Description of the nature of the offense and the basic facts related to it
D)None of the above.