Grade 12 Crime Scene Investigation Worksheet
A comprehensive worksheet for Grade 12 students on Crime Scene Investigation, covering key concepts and procedures.
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Crime Scene Investigation
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. For multiple-choice questions, circle the letter corresponding to the correct answer. For fill-in-the-blank and short-answer questions, write your response in the space provided.
1. Which of the following is the primary goal of a crime scene investigator?
To identify the suspect immediately.
To secure and preserve evidence.
To interrogate witnesses.
To determine the motive of the crime.
2. The 'chain of custody' refers to:
The sequence of events leading to a crime.
The chronological documentation of evidence handling.
The line of command within a police department.
The process of interviewing suspects.
3. The first officer on a crime scene is responsible for and .
4. evidence can be anything from fingerprints to DNA, while evidence includes witness testimonies and confessions.
5. It is acceptable for unauthorized personnel to enter a secured crime scene if they promise not to touch anything.
True
False
6. A rough sketch of a crime scene should include measurements, a legend, and a compass rose.
True
False
7. Describe the difference between individual and class evidence, providing an example for each.
8. Explain the importance of proper documentation at a crime scene.
9. Analyze the image below, which depicts a farm scene. Imagine this is a crime scene. Identify at least three potential pieces of evidence that a crime scene investigator might look for.
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