Preliminary Investigation Basics
This phase begins when the first police unit arrives on scene.
preliminary investigation
These personnel are primarily responsible for conducting preliminary investigations.
patrol officers
Officers should attempt this if the suspect is identified at the scene.
effect an arrest
This phase is considered an extension of the preliminary investigation.
follow-up investigation
This law requires disclosure of evidence and materials in investigations.
What is C.C.P. 39.14?
This is the first priority action listed in a preliminary investigation.
providing aid to the victim
This person must be notified when a serious crime occurs.
field supervisor
Officers must broadcast this about suspects to other units.
suspect descriptions, method, and direction of flight
The main goal of follow-up investigations is to accomplish this.
to effect an arrest, identify witnesses, or recover property
This Act is another name for C.C.P. 39.14.
What is the Michael Morton Act?
Officers must determine this before proceeding further in the investigation.
determining if an offense has been committed
This individual ensures the preliminary investigation is complete and adequate.
patrol supervisor
Officers must gather this from all witnesses.
complete identification
This includes interviewing victims and obtaining written statements.
interviewing victims/witnesses and obtaining statements
These forms must be completed for Class B offenses and above.
What are APD forms 360 or 361?
This must be protected to preserve evidence integrity.
the crime scene
Reports must be completed before _____
before the end of the officer’s tour of duty
Officers must determine this about the offense in detail.
the exact circumstances of the offense
This involves questioning suspects after rights are applied.
interrogation
This role ensures compliance with investigative completeness by reviewing reports and returning them if corrections are needed.
Patrol Supervisor
Officers must document all information on these before ending their shift.
appropriate report forms (initial field report)
Preliminary investigations may be reassigned if this condition exists.
when a uniformed officer would prevent a proper investigation
Evidence collection may be deferred if this is required.
the need for specialized investigative units
What step prepares the case for this trial.
court presentation
This must be included in the officer’s initial report before ending shift.
All information obtained at the scene (complete narrative)