NYSP Criminal Investigation and Evidence 3

Question 1

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?

Accepted Answer

Fourth Amendment

Answer

Second Amendment

Answer

Fifth Amendment

Answer

Sixth Amendment

Question 2

What is 'exculpatory evidence' in a criminal investigation?

Accepted Answer

Evidence that tends to clear a suspect of guilt

Answer

Evidence that proves a suspect's guilt

Answer

Evidence obtained illegally

Answer

Evidence submitted after the trial deadline

Question 3

Which of the following describes a 'consensual encounter' with police?

Accepted Answer

A voluntary interaction where the person is free to leave

Answer

A stop based on reasonable suspicion

Answer

A custodial arrest

Answer

A court-ordered appearance

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of an autopsy in a homicide investigation?

Accepted Answer

To determine the cause and manner of death

Answer

To identify the victim's family members

Answer

To establish the suspect's motive

Answer

To collect testimonial evidence

Question 5

What is 'modus operandi' (MO) in criminal investigation?

Accepted Answer

The characteristic method a criminal uses to commit crimes

Answer

The legal motive for a crime

Answer

The location where a crime occurs most frequently

Answer

The chain of command in an investigation

Question 6

Under New York law, which crime involves unlawfully entering a building to commit a crime inside?

Accepted Answer

Burglary

Answer

Larceny

Answer

Robbery

Answer

Trespass