Crime Scene Documentation and Investigation Techniques Quiz

Test your knowledge on crime scene investigation techniques with these questions covering documentation, evidence handling, and forensic procedures.

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Which of the following is NOT a primary goal of crime scene documentation?

Preservation of evidence

Reconstruction of the crime scene

Manipulation of evidence

Documentation of evidence

What is the primary purpose of sketching a crime scene?

To create a visual record of the scene

To measure the dimensions of evidence

To interview witnesses

To collect physical evidence

Which of the following is an example of physical evidence?

Eyewitness testimony

Phone call records

Fingerprints on a weapon

Suspect's motive

Which of the following is NOT a method used for evidence collection at a crime scene?

Photography

Fingerprinting

Cross-examination

Swabbing for DNA

Which of the following is an example of trace evidence?

A murder weapon

A confession letter

Fibers from clothing

A surveillance video

Which of the following is a correct sequence of steps in documenting a crime scene?

Sketching, photographing, collecting evidence

Collecting evidence, sketching, photographing

Photographing, collecting evidence, sketching

Sketching, collecting evidence, photographing

What does the term 'chain of custody' refer to in crime scene investigation?

The process of securing the crime scene

The chronological documentation of evidence handling

The collection of physical evidence

The interrogation of suspects

What is the purpose of using scales and rulers in crime scene photography?

To measure the size of the crime scene

To provide a reference for the size of evidence

To weigh evidence accurately

To capture detailed images of evidence

What is the purpose of conducting a walkthrough of the crime scene?

To collect evidence

To create a rough sketch

To identify potential evidence and areas of interest

To interview suspects

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What is the purpose of using luminol at a crime scene?

To enhance fingerprints

To detect bloodstains

To analyze drug residues

To reveal gunshot residue

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Which type of evidence is most prone to contamination and should be handled with utmost care?

Physical evidence

Documentary evidence

Testimonial evidence

Demonstrative evidence

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In forensic science, what does the acronym 'LOCARD' stand for?

Locating Evidence and Recording Data

Locating Officers' Crime Analysis and Reporting Database

Locard's Exchange Principle

Legal Obligations Concerning Apprehension and Recovery of Data

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What does 'RUVIS' stand for in forensic science?

Remote Ultraviolet Imaging System

Reactive UV Identification System

Rapid Ultraviolet Investigation System

Recovery of Ultraviolet Impressions System

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In forensic science, what does the acronym 'AFIS' stand for?

Automated Fingerprint Identification System

Advanced Forensic Investigation System

Analysis of Fingerprints and Identification System

Association of Forensic Investigators and Scientists