Lessons 1- 2
According to the Investigative Flow Chart, what should the officer do next once the scene is secure?
Tend to the medical needs of victims, witnesses or suspect. (P. 290)
You establish a reputation in court and in the eyes of the public based upon (What) _________________ .
The quality of your investigative work. (P. 289)
When approaching a call for service, officers should visually assess the scene and take note of the number of people present while observing ______________ , ______________ , and __________________ ?
Hands
Body Language
Facial expressions
(P. 291)
When conducting an investigation and attempting to determine if a crime occurred, officers should identify who is involved through observation and answering what (3) questions?
- Who is the victim
- Are there any impartial witnesses
- Does the victim have a relationship with the suspect
(P. 291)
When conducting an investigation and determining your course of action, the book lists 3 additional questions to ask. What are they?
- Does domestic violence or special classification of crime apply?
- Does the victim want to prosecute?
- Did you complete the paperwork detailing all the known facts? (P. 292)
According to the Investigative Flow Chart, what should be done after the scene is secure and medical attention addresses?
Protect the integrity of the scene. (P. 290)
Upon arriving at the scene requiring an investigation, officers should immediately do what? (Two things)
- Identify themselves
- State the purpose of your visit.
(P. 289)
When conducting an investigation and speaking to victims, witnesses and suspects, officers should scan the room (area) for what?
Additional hazards such as: (P. 290)
Weapons
Dangerous pets
Possible Hiding places
While speaking with the victims and witnesses, what officers should assess?
Their physical, intellectual, and emotional well-being along with their potential for violence. (P. 291)
What 3 things must the primary officer provide to the victim?
- The case number
- Officers name
- Explain the follow-up procedure
(P. 292)
Standing in front of a door is considered to be dangerous and referred to as what?
The Fatal Funnel. (P. 289)
Officers should remain neutral, maintain officer safety, and use what techniques to calm a situation and to maintain control?
Verbal De-escalation Techniques. (P. 291)
While speaking to people at the scene, officers are encouraged to have the involved person __________, but only after the area has been checked for _________ ?
Sit down
Weapons
(P. 291)
What term is used to identify the item used to commit a crime?
Instrumentality of the crime. (P. 291)
______________ requires that officers provide all victims and their families with a brochure listing their rights?
Marsy's Law (P. 293)
When responding to a call involving a violent offense and you are approaching a building or structure, what should you avoid doing?
Standing in front of the door (P. 289))
According to the Basic Investigative Flow Chart, what should an officer do after you determine what type of crime occurred and you are aware of your agencies' responsibilities and limitations?
Identify and separate the victims and witnesses to reduce contamination. (P. 290)
According to the book, officers must conduct each investigation with attention to _______________ , ____________ , and _________________ .
Accuracy
Detail
Professionalism
(P. 289)
After a scene is secure and officers begin speaking with the persons involved, officers may use what to separate the involved parties?
Walls and Doorways (P. 291)
All victims and witnesses are entitled to what brochure/s?
Marsy's Law brochure
Victim's Rights Brochure
(P. 295)
According to the Investigative Flow Chart, what should be done after the scene is secure, medical attention has been provided and you've determined that it falls under your jurisdiction?
Notify your supervisor of the type incident, complexity of the case, and if assistance is needed. (P. 290)
With regards to scene safety, officers should do what to increase their safety and are less likely to be attacked from behind?
Move to and maintain a position of advantage. (P. 289)
What are the advantages of having a person sit down when conducting your investigation?
- Reduces a person's mobility
- Limits the person's access to weapons
- Reduces their ability to flee (Exit)
- Restricts their access to others at the scene
(P. 291)
According to the text, during an investigation, officers should notify their supervisor under the what circumstances?
- When an arrest is made
- additional resources are needed
- Medical assistance is needed
(P. 292)
Victims and witnesses of domestic violence are to receive what brochures?
- Marsy's Law brochure
- Victim's Rights Brochure
- Notice of Legal Rights and remedies brochure
(P. 295)