WJEC Criminology Unit 3 Exam Questions and Answers| New Update with 100%
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Police Officers The first to arrive on scene, the knes that safeguard the public, arrest
suspects and secure the crime scene.
Golden Hour The period immediately after the crime has happened
Police Detectives Specialised police officers that take care of the more serious, complex
cases
Crime Scene Investigators (CSIs) Or SOCOs - usually civilians rather than police, they are
employed by the police and have some type of scientific degree but aren't police. Available 24
hours a day, 7 days a week.
Forensic Scientists and Specialists Aid criminal investigations by collecting and analysing
evidence
Pathologists They study the chase of diseases and death by carrying out examinations and
autopsy's. they're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Crown Prosecution Service The independent prosecution agency to take over from the
police
The National Crime Agency Teams dealing with organised and economical crimes,
smuggling, trafficking, child exploitation, online protection and cyber crimes.
HM Revenue and Customs Investigates and prosecutes tax evasion and fraud.
Intelligence Ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills to a certain topic.
, The Police National Computer Holds indefinite records of a persons convictions and cautions
which will be revealed in a disclosure and barring service check
The Police National Database Allows the police to share local information and intelligence
on a national basis
Crimint and the Gangs Matrix A database of suspected gang members in London, it allows
police to identify and risk access gangs and their violence.
International Database Allows information to be shared internationally regarding crimes etc.
Forensics Application of science to crimes
Surveillance Close observation of either a suspected criminals, place or spy, or in some cases
anyone involved.
Covert Surveillance Cameras in locations that can't be detected unlike CCTV cameras
Observation The act of observing someone rather than surveillance of someone/s under
suspicion
Eye-Witness Testimony An account a victim gives in court - which is seen as solid evidence
Acquisition Learning or developing of a skill, habit or quality.
Retention Action of absorbing or the continuation of holding a substance
Correct Answers
Police Officers The first to arrive on scene, the knes that safeguard the public, arrest
suspects and secure the crime scene.
Golden Hour The period immediately after the crime has happened
Police Detectives Specialised police officers that take care of the more serious, complex
cases
Crime Scene Investigators (CSIs) Or SOCOs - usually civilians rather than police, they are
employed by the police and have some type of scientific degree but aren't police. Available 24
hours a day, 7 days a week.
Forensic Scientists and Specialists Aid criminal investigations by collecting and analysing
evidence
Pathologists They study the chase of diseases and death by carrying out examinations and
autopsy's. they're available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Crown Prosecution Service The independent prosecution agency to take over from the
police
The National Crime Agency Teams dealing with organised and economical crimes,
smuggling, trafficking, child exploitation, online protection and cyber crimes.
HM Revenue and Customs Investigates and prosecutes tax evasion and fraud.
Intelligence Ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills to a certain topic.
, The Police National Computer Holds indefinite records of a persons convictions and cautions
which will be revealed in a disclosure and barring service check
The Police National Database Allows the police to share local information and intelligence
on a national basis
Crimint and the Gangs Matrix A database of suspected gang members in London, it allows
police to identify and risk access gangs and their violence.
International Database Allows information to be shared internationally regarding crimes etc.
Forensics Application of science to crimes
Surveillance Close observation of either a suspected criminals, place or spy, or in some cases
anyone involved.
Covert Surveillance Cameras in locations that can't be detected unlike CCTV cameras
Observation The act of observing someone rather than surveillance of someone/s under
suspicion
Eye-Witness Testimony An account a victim gives in court - which is seen as solid evidence
Acquisition Learning or developing of a skill, habit or quality.
Retention Action of absorbing or the continuation of holding a substance
