UPTP Test 4 Question with correct answers
Preliminary Police Investigation Begins when officers are called and ends when the scene
is turned over to an investigator
Identify methods to secure a crime scene Ask initial interview questions
Protect the evidence
Secure the perimeter and only allow first responders inside
T/F: The sooner the LEO can respond to a burglary that occurred overnight, the better the
chance of an arrest. TRUE
Why should witnesses be separated? To avoid matching stories
What is the number one priority of an LEO upon arrival at the scene? Render aid to the
injured
Who is allowed into a crime scene? Only those approved by the LEO.
Testimonial Evidence The spoken word/statement
Documentary Evidence The written word; may become physical evidence
Physical Evidence Real; has form or mass
Class Characteristics When referring to evidence, it is something that is not unique to
that item. Examples include a 9mm casing or tread from new tires. CANNOT positively identify
the owner
,Individual Characteristics When referring to evidence, it is something that is unique to
that item. Examples include finger prints. CAN positively identify the owner.
Locards Principle of Interchange It is highly impossible that someone can enter and
environment without leaving some trace and leave that environment without carrying away
some trace.
Types of Notes Written
Photos/Video/Audio
Sketches
What do field notes begin with? The date/time you received the call
If you make an error in your notes... Draw a single line through it.
Where should you measure from in a crime scene? Fixed points (corners of a room,
doors, windows, etc.)
What are the 3 perspectives of photography? Overall
Intermediate
Close up (with scale)
Chain of Custody A document that details the life of a piece of evidence, from the time it
was discovered to the time it is no longer needed. This includes anyone who takes possession of
the item.
When should you mark a piece of evidence? Always UNLESS the marking with diminish
its forensic value.
, Steps for packing evidence: Document
Pre-label the container
Transport the container to the evidence
Place the evidence inside
Seal immediately
Person borne IED (PBIED) Usually a suicide vest
Body Cavity IED Can be inserted into body cavities or surgically implanted. Can be
detected by an unusual gait.
Attack is imminent behavioral patterns One-way ticket purchase
No luggage
No obvious emotion
Thousand yard stare
Symbolic cleansing rituals
Bulky/loose clothing
Nervousness
Planning stages behavioral patterns Bragging about attack
Making threats
Demonstrated hatred towards America
Surveillance
Probing
Pre-blast Incident Before detonation and when LEO has information
Preliminary Police Investigation Begins when officers are called and ends when the scene
is turned over to an investigator
Identify methods to secure a crime scene Ask initial interview questions
Protect the evidence
Secure the perimeter and only allow first responders inside
T/F: The sooner the LEO can respond to a burglary that occurred overnight, the better the
chance of an arrest. TRUE
Why should witnesses be separated? To avoid matching stories
What is the number one priority of an LEO upon arrival at the scene? Render aid to the
injured
Who is allowed into a crime scene? Only those approved by the LEO.
Testimonial Evidence The spoken word/statement
Documentary Evidence The written word; may become physical evidence
Physical Evidence Real; has form or mass
Class Characteristics When referring to evidence, it is something that is not unique to
that item. Examples include a 9mm casing or tread from new tires. CANNOT positively identify
the owner
,Individual Characteristics When referring to evidence, it is something that is unique to
that item. Examples include finger prints. CAN positively identify the owner.
Locards Principle of Interchange It is highly impossible that someone can enter and
environment without leaving some trace and leave that environment without carrying away
some trace.
Types of Notes Written
Photos/Video/Audio
Sketches
What do field notes begin with? The date/time you received the call
If you make an error in your notes... Draw a single line through it.
Where should you measure from in a crime scene? Fixed points (corners of a room,
doors, windows, etc.)
What are the 3 perspectives of photography? Overall
Intermediate
Close up (with scale)
Chain of Custody A document that details the life of a piece of evidence, from the time it
was discovered to the time it is no longer needed. This includes anyone who takes possession of
the item.
When should you mark a piece of evidence? Always UNLESS the marking with diminish
its forensic value.
, Steps for packing evidence: Document
Pre-label the container
Transport the container to the evidence
Place the evidence inside
Seal immediately
Person borne IED (PBIED) Usually a suicide vest
Body Cavity IED Can be inserted into body cavities or surgically implanted. Can be
detected by an unusual gait.
Attack is imminent behavioral patterns One-way ticket purchase
No luggage
No obvious emotion
Thousand yard stare
Symbolic cleansing rituals
Bulky/loose clothing
Nervousness
Planning stages behavioral patterns Bragging about attack
Making threats
Demonstrated hatred towards America
Surveillance
Probing
Pre-blast Incident Before detonation and when LEO has information
