CPI Surveillance & Intelligence 2

Question 1

Which type of surveillance involves gathering intelligence from human sources rather than technical means?

Accepted Answer

HUMINT

Answer

HUMINT (Human Intelligence) refers to intelligence collected through interpersonal contact and human sources.

Question 2

A surveillance operative conducting a 'foot follow' in a crowded mall should primarily maintain what distance from the subject?

Accepted Answer

A distance that allows visual contact without arousing suspicion

Answer

The operative must balance proximity for visual contact against the risk of being 'burned' (detected) by the subject.

Question 3

What is 'counter-surveillance' in the context of professional inspections?

Accepted Answer

Techniques used to detect whether one is being followed or observed

Answer

Counter-surveillance involves measures taken to detect or thwart surveillance being conducted against oneself or an asset.

Question 4

Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) gathering would include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Reviewing publicly available social media profiles

Answer

OSINT involves collecting information from publicly available sources such as social media, websites, and public records.

Question 5

When documenting surveillance findings, which principle is most critical for evidentiary value?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining a detailed, contemporaneous log with timestamps

Answer

Contemporaneous logs with precise timestamps establish a reliable chain of events and are far more credible as evidence.

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