For this week there is a discussion on PHYSICAL EVIDENCE AND THE CRIME SCENE (CORRESPONDS TO CHAPTER 5 OF YOUR TEXT).

Each unit, you will submit a QTIP (Quote, Thought, Interesting Point). The assignment is designed to assist you learn concepts in the class. Your post should have factual information and YOU MUST INCLUDE YOUR PERSONAL THOUGHTS and OPINIONS on the topic

DISCUSSION SPECIFICS

TWO PARTS

PART ONE:

Discuss the following:

1. What is the role of the first responding officer to a crime scene?

2. What types of evidence may be found at a crime scene?

3. What is the chain of custody as it relates to evidence collection?

4. Why is evidence important?

PART 2:

Review each of the three images below. From top to bottom, they should be labeled # 1, # 2 and # 3.

1. List the type of evidence present in the picture and the collection procedures that the piece of evidence requires. Then, write down how you would document the collection of each item (use page 160 (3d. ed.) or page 151 (4th ed.) of the text or information from AOJ 206 Crime Scene Sketch Assignment for guidance on format).

Instructions:

REMEMBER: You are not sending out a text message or tweet, so when writing your post, use proper English, grammar and writing mechanics. Make sure you include what you think about the respective section you are discussing.

Initial Post – First, you will post to the forum by providing some background information followed up by your thoughts and opinions on the respective topic. It must be substantive and thoughtful dialogue. Use outside sources such as the news, Internet, popular media, your textbook, journal articles, etc…to assist you here. Make sure to cite your work

This section must be at least 300 words minimum. Include a word count in parenthesis at the end.

Make sure to use proper APA Formatting to cite your work