After the preliminary duties have been performed at a homicide scene,the responding officer must immediately:

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Protecting the crime scene is the most important responsibility of the responding officer after the preliminary duties have been performed. This includes preserving the integrity of the scene, preventing unauthorized access, and ensuring that evidence is not disturbed or destroyed. Seizing evidence or interviewing suspects should only be done after the crime scene has been properly secured.

After the Preliminary Duties Have Been Performed at a Homicide