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What are the 5 elements of managing special crime investigation?
These skills will include:
- Critical Incident Response.
- Interpretation of criminal law and offence recognition.
- Crime scene management.
- Evidence identification and preservation.
- Engaging forensic tools for evidence analysis.
- Witness assessment and interviewing.
- Suspect questioning and interrogation.
What is staging in criminology?
Crime scene staging is an attempt to mislead investigators and frustrate the criminal justice process. In staged scenes, the offender is either intentionally or unintentionally engaged in something similar to a chess game with police, with the crime scene representing the game board.
When sketching a crime scene what do they use from measurements?
Drawing surface such as a clipboard. Measuring devices – tape measures are the most common tool used and should be at least 50 to 100 feet long. Other measuring devices may include a surveyor’s wheel, a laser rangefinder, or a Total Station. GPS coordinates may be useful in locating an outdoor scene.
What is the role of a crime scene manager?
To lead a team of crime scene investigators and specialists at a complex or major crime investigation scene. Where appropriate line manage a team of forensic investigators, ensuring opportunities for team members development, enabling team members to develop and build wider team competence.
What factors can shape or impact a plan to process a crime scene?
What factors can shape or impact a plan to process a crime scene?…
- Corpus Delicti- Elements of proof that must be demonstrated to prove a case.
- Associative- The connection of the scene between the suspect and the victim.
- Tracing- The identification and location of the suspect.
What are the four phases of special crime investigation?
Applied to the criminal realm, a criminal investigation refers to the process of collecting information (or evidence) about a crime in order to: (1) determine if a crime has been committed; (2) identify the perpetrator; (3) apprehend the perpetrator; and (4) provide evidence to support a conviction in court.