Question 1

A(n) ____ is a document describing a crime scene in detail.

Accepted Answer

A crime scene report is a document that describes a crime scene in detail, including observations and evidence collected.

Question 2

A crime scene report can become a critical piece of the crime's investigation and the perpetrator's prosecution.

Accepted Answer

A crime scene report documents evidence and observations that can be crucial for solving the crime and supporting legal proceedings.

Question 3

As discussed in Chapter 7, which of the following is not one of the three basic components of a crime scene report?

Accepted Answer

Fingerprints are not a basic component of a crime scene report; they are evidence collected at the scene. The report typically includes a written part, photographs, and diagrams/sketches.

Question 4

Some crime scene reports are completed using a narrative (written) format, while other crime scene reports are completed using a checklist format.

Accepted Answer

Crime scene reports can vary in format, with some using a narrative style to provide detailed descriptions and others using a checklist to ensure all necessary information is covered systematically.

Question 5

As presented in Chapter 7, which of the following is not considered a best practice for preparing compelling crime scene reports? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Drawing sketches should complement photographs, not replace them. Interpreting and analyzing evidence should be separate from presenting factual observations in a report.

Question 6

According to Chapter 7, which of the following should be included in a crime scene sketch? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

Doors and windows, the direction of north, and the date and time of the sketch are essential elements to include in a crime scene sketch for accuracy and context. The mood at the scene is not typically included.

Question 7

Instead of trying to draw actual objects (such as guns or knives), use symbols to represent objects when creating a sketch for a crime scene report.

Accepted Answer

Using symbols can help maintain clarity and consistency in crime scene sketches, making it easier for others to understand the layout and details without ambiguity.

Question 8

When creating a sketch for a crime scene report, taking photographs makes it unnecessary to distinguish between sketches that are drawn to scale and those that are not.

Accepted Answer

Photographs provide visual evidence but do not replace the need for accurate measurements and scale in sketches, which help in understanding spatial relationships and distances at the crime scene.

Quiz 7: Completeness