OPOTA Criminal Investigation Procedures 2

Question 1

Under Ohio law, what is the legal standard required to obtain a search warrant?

Accepted Answer

Probable cause supported by oath or affirmation

Answer

Both the Fourth Amendment and Ohio Constitution require probable cause supported by oath or affirmation to issue a search warrant.

Question 2

What is the proper first step when arriving at a crime scene in Ohio?

Accepted Answer

Secure the scene and establish a perimeter

Answer

Securing the scene and establishing a perimeter prevents contamination of evidence and ensures scene integrity.

Question 3

In Ohio, what is the 'chain of custody' and why is it important?

Accepted Answer

The documented trail showing seizure, custody, control, and disposition of evidence

Answer

Chain of custody records every person who handled a piece of evidence from collection through court presentation.

Question 4

Which Ohio Revised Code section defines the crime of tampering with evidence?

Accepted Answer

ORC 2921.12

Answer

ORC 2921.12 defines tampering with evidence as altering, destroying, concealing, or removing any record, document, or thing to impair its availability as evidence.

Question 5

What type of photographic documentation should an Ohio officer create at a crime scene?

Accepted Answer

Overall, mid-range, and close-up photographs with and without evidence markers

Answer

Proper crime scene photography includes overall views, mid-range photos showing evidence in context, and close-ups with and without markers.

(OPOTA) Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy Practice Test

(OPOTA) Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy Practice Test

OPOTA Criminal Investigation Procedures 2