Constitutional Rights
This amendment protects citizens against unreasonable searches and seizures
What is the Fourth Amendment
This federal agency is the primary investigative arm of the U.S. Department of Justice
What is the FBI
his physical evidence, unique to every individual, is left behind when someone touches a surface
What is a fingerprint
This term describes driving a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs
What is DU
This formal document is issued by a legal authority or judge giving police permission to make an arrest
What is an arrest warrant
The Fifth Amendment right that allows a defendant to refuse to answer questions or testify to avoid self-incrimination
What is "pleading the Fifth"
This local elected law enforcement official typically manages the county jail and courthouse security
Who is the Sheriff
An abbreviation for a criminal's distinct method of operation used to commit a crime.
What is M.O. (Modus Operandi)
A brief operational meeting that law enforcement officers attend right before starting their shift.
What is roll call
An unlawful killing that happens with malice aforethought
What is murder
This famous 1966 Supreme Court case ensured that arrested suspects must be told of their rights to counsel and against self-incrimination
What is Miranda v. Arizona
This state-level law enforcement agency primarily focuses on highway safety and traffic enforcement
What is the State Police
This established secure perimeter around physical evidence ensures unauthorized people do not contaminate a crime scene
What is a crime scene perimeter
This specific laser or radar technology is commonly used by patrol officers to check vehicle speeds
What is LIDAR (or RADAR)
The process of a witness being questioned by the opposing legal counsel during a trial
What is cross-examination
Under the Sixth Amendment, individuals accused of a crime have the right to this professional assistance in court
What is an attorney or lawyer
This federal agency handles national security matters related to customs, immigration enforcement, and border control.
What is ICE
This branch of science applies medical and natural sciences to answer legal questions, such as DNA analysis
What is forensics
This in-car technology automatically reads passing license plates to spot stolen vehicles or wanted suspects
What is a license plate reader
The group of citizens selected to hear a case and decide the guilt or innocence of a defendant
What is a jury
This rule prohibits the use of illegally obtained evidence in a criminal trial.
What is the Exclusionary Rule
Known as INTERPOL, this organization facilitates international cooperation for this specific purpose
What is international police cooperation against global crime
This documentation tracks every single person who has handled a piece of physical evidence from the crime scene to the courtroom
What is the chain of custody
This proactive strategy involves police and community residents working together collaboratively to solve local safety problems
What is community policing
This legal action occurs when a defendant is released from custody pending trial, often secured by leaving money with the court
What is bail