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ASSIGNMENT 01:
Question 1
It is important that witnesses who are found on a scene be handled and managed in the correct, professional manner so as not to contaminate evidence or the scene. Discuss/mention ten (10) aspects that an investigator should consider when dealing with witnesses on a scene. [10]
Question 2
Discuss the ‘chain of possession’ or ‘chain of custody’ process. [10]
Question 3
Discuss different types of crime scenes. [10]
Question 4
Discuss the common mistakes that investigators make when they investigate scenes of incidents. [10]
Question 5
Discuss five (5) search methods and their advantages. [10]
TOTAL [50]
ASSIGNMENT 02:
Question 1
Making complete and accurate investigation notes is one of the most important responsibilities of an investigator who attends a scene. Discuss note taking under the following themes/headings:
1.1 Reasons why notes should be taken at a scene.
1.2 Essential information that should appear in notes taken at a scene.
1.3 Methods of documenting a scene. [10]
Question 2
Name ten (10) types of evidence and experts specialising in those fields. [10]
Question 3
At a post-blast site, it is of paramount importance that the scene is searched for evidence. Describe what evidence you will collect if you are asked to participate in the collection of evidence. [10]
Question 4
Labelling of insects that were collected on a scene where a body was found is very important for maintaining the continuity of possession. Discuss how the specimens that were preserved after collection should be marked and labelled and what details should be included in the covering letter. Present your discussion under the following headings: 4.1 Labelling.
4.2 Information on the labels.
4.3 Covering letter. [10]
Question 5
Discuss and illustrate the scene-of incident management process. [10]
TOTAL [50]
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