Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a high indicator for false rape allegations?

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The ability to tell investigators where the crime occurred is generally not considered a high indicator of false rape allegations. It's a detail that a genuine victim could likely provide.

Question 2

What should be avoided by investigators during interviews of child abuse cases?

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Asking "why" questions can be problematic in interviews with children about abuse. These types of questions can imply blame or require the child to provide explanations they may not be capable of, potentially leading to confusion or distress. It's important for investigators to use open-ended questions that allow the child to explain in their own words without feeling pressured.

Question 3

Which characteristics should an investigator have when interviewing child abuse cases?

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Question 4

What is TRUE regarding the interrogations of sexual assault suspects?

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Interrogations can help gather information that may confirm or refute the suspect's involvement in the crime.

Question 5

What is not true about contact rapists?

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Contact rapists often target people they know rather than strangers, which contradicts the statement that their victims are mostly strangers.

Question 6

Because of Fifth Amendment protections, suspects in rape investigations are not legally required to undergo forensic examinations.

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Question 7

Interviewing victims of sexual assaults should be conducted similarly to victims of other crimes.

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Interviewing victims of sexual assault requires specialized approaches due to the sensitive nature of the crime, the potential trauma experienced by the victim, and the need for building trust and ensuring the victim's comfort and safety during the interview process.

Question 8

A lack of consent in sexual assault cases can be established through a victim's statement, documentation of injuries, the use of a weapon, the circumstances of the crime, and the age of the victim.

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Lack of consent in sexual assault cases can indeed be established through various means including the victim's statement, documentation of injuries, the use of a weapon, the circumstances surrounding the crime, and the age of the victim, as these factors can all provide crucial evidence regarding the non-consensual nature of the act.

Question 9

A signature aspect of a rape is everything that goes beyond what is necessary to commit the act.

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A signature aspect refers to the unique behaviors or actions that an offender engages in that are not necessary to commit the crime but fulfill a psychological need.

Question 10

First responders should minimize the number of times a victim goes over the details of the incident.

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Recounting the incident multiple times can exacerbate the victim's trauma and stress, so it's important to limit this as much as possible while still gathering necessary information.

Question 11

The focus of the interview of a sexual assault victim is the sexuality of the acts.

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The focus of the interview of a sexual assault victim is on obtaining a detailed account of the incident, ensuring the victim's safety and well-being, and gathering evidence for investigation, not on the sexuality of the acts.

Question 12

The identification of the perpetrator in child abuse and domestic violence investigations is the primary challenge investigators face.

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The primary challenge in such investigations is often gathering sufficient evidence and ensuring the safety of the victim, rather than identifying the perpetrator.

Question 13

Domestic violence is often underreported.

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Many victims of domestic violence do not report the abuse due to fear of retaliation, shame, lack of support, or not recognizing the behavior as abusive.

Question 14

Psychological entrapment theory suggests that a woman has invested so much into the abusive relationship that she is willing to tolerate it rather than leave it.

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Psychological entrapment theory posits that individuals may stay in abusive relationships due to their significant emotional, social, or financial investments, making it harder to leave despite the abuse.

Question 15

A child's risk of being neglected decreases with age.

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The risk of neglect decreases with age because older children are more likely to be able to care for themselves and are less likely to be left alone or unsupervised.

Question 16

Define rape. Also discuss some guidelines for interviewing sexual assault victims.

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Question 17

Discuss the three common sexual assault situations and the common defense strategies associated with them.

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Question 18

Discuss the difference between contact rapists and sexual aggressor rapists.

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Question 19

Discuss the various theories concerning why victims stay with their abusers.

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Question 20

Discuss the guidelines for interviews with child abuse victims.

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Quiz 11: The Investigation of Sex Crimes, Assault, Child Abuse, and Related Offenses