Question 1

Potentially, many people may see your case files, including _____.

Accepted Answer

Judges, social workers, and insurance adjustors are all potential individuals who may have access to case files. Therefore, the best answer is D, all of the above.

Question 2

Linkage is the term used to describe an association between _____.

Accepted Answer

Linkage refers to the connection or relationship between a victim, the crime scene, and a perpetrator. It is important in criminal investigations as it helps in identifying suspects and building evidence to prosecute a case. Choice A refers to the elements of a crime, while Choice B refers to the roles of individuals involved in a case, but neither of them represents the concept of linkage. Choice D is incorrect as there is a clear definition and concept of linkage in criminal investigations.

Question 3

Facts are tangible things that can be proven, while opinions _____.

Accepted Answer

Opinions are subjective and cannot be proven as they are based on personal beliefs, feelings, or judgments. While opinions can still hold value in certain contexts, they are not factual and cannot be proven like tangible facts.

Question 4

Corpus delicti refers to _____.

Accepted Answer

Corpus delicti refers to the need to establish that a crime has been committed. It is the principle that a crime must be proven to have occurred before a person can be convicted of committing that crime. It does not refer to the importance of writing a clear case file, the continuity in the chain of evidence, or the body of the victim.

Question 5

Not all investigations result in arrests.

Accepted Answer

It is true that not all investigations will result in arrests. Some investigations may not have enough evidence to lead to arrests, while others may lead to alternative outcomes such as the closure of a case or further investigation.

Question 6

The elements of a crime are those specific legal aspects of a criminal offense that must be proven.

Accepted Answer

The elements of a crime are the specific legal components that must be proven in order for someone to be convicted of a criminal offense. These elements can vary depending on the specific crime and jurisdiction, but they are necessary to establish the guilt of the accused.

Quiz 1: Introduction: From the Scene of the Crime to the Desk of the Prosecutor