Mptc Criminal Investigations Exam Questions And Answers

Packaging of Clothing, Bedding and Linen evidence {Ans: Wet evidence must be aired dried before storing WET clothing, bedding, linens - use a nonporous container to temporarily collect DRY - paper bags, cardboard boxes Package evidence separately by source to prevent cross contamination}Definition of Willful Intent {Ans: w/ purpose and by design, and not out of mistake or accident}Definition of Malice intent {Ans: intentional and without justification or mitigation, and out of cruelty, hostility or revenge}Types of Fingerprint evidence {Ans: Plastic - can be seen with naked eye when left on a mailable surface Patent - can be seen with naked eye and left behind when materials on finger is transferred to another surface Latent - cannot be seen with the naked eye and is left behind when oil and sweat on finger is transferred to a smooth, nonporous surface.}Definition of Negligent Intent {Ans: conduct that a reasonable and careful person would not do}Describe a Show Up {Ans: Live in person presentation at the scene of one or more suspects to a single witness. Must have good reason, exigency, and use best practices. Should be done within 2 hours minimize suggestiveness}