BSFS Crime Scene Investigation and Evidence Collection

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of photographing a crime scene before any evidence is collected or moved?

Accepted Answer

To document the original, undisturbed condition of the scene for the record

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To identify suspects present at the scene

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To replace the need for written notes

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To satisfy media requirements for public disclosure

Question 2

The 'zone search method' at a crime scene involves:

Accepted Answer

Dividing the scene into sections and systematically searching each area

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Searching only the zone immediately surrounding the body

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Using concentric circles radiating outward from a central point

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Assigning each officer to search a random portion of the scene

Question 3

Which type of fingerprint is deposited by the oils and sweat on the skin and is not visible without development techniques?

Accepted Answer

Latent fingerprint

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Patent fingerprint

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Plastic fingerprint

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Impressed fingerprint

Question 4

Locard's Exchange Principle states that:

Accepted Answer

Every contact between a person and a scene results in a mutual transfer of trace evidence

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Criminals always leave DNA at the scene

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Evidence transfers only from the victim to the perpetrator

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Physical evidence is always visible to the naked eye

Question 5

Which packaging material should NOT be used to store biological evidence such as bloodstained clothing?

Accepted Answer

Airtight plastic bags

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Paper bags

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Paper envelopes

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Brown paper packaging

Question 6

The term 'point of entry' in crime scene investigation refers to:

Accepted Answer

The location where the perpetrator gained access to the crime scene

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Where the first responder enters the scene

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The victim's position when discovered

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The starting point for the search grid