Criminal Investigation
Criminal Investigation
Research Paper
Crime Scene Investigator
Crime Scene Investigator
POSITION
A crime scene investigator is responsible for multipart crime scene investigations, evaluation of the crime scene, various types of equipment along with developing, securing, and packaging physical evidence for scientific evaluation and comparison (U.S. Department, 2007). Detailed reports on the observations and activities at the scene next to testimonies in court regarding the findings and processing methods used at the scene are also conducted by the investigator (U.S. Department, 2007). The greatest challenge of this position is to apply scientific expertise in crime scene evidence identification and processing with the ultimate goal of successful prosecution of the offender in a court of law (Lee, 2001).
ENVIROMENT
The crime scene investigator oversees complex crime scene investigations, together with but not limited to homicides, sexual assaults, armed robberies, home invasions, and property crimes such as burglaries (Lee, 2001). Approximately 70% of the investigators time is spent processing crime scenes, packaging and transporting evidence, attending and photographing autopsies and attending briefings and conferences with the police agencies requesting assistance (U.S. Department, 2007). The remaining time is spent preparing investigative reports, testifying in court, receiving continuing education, instructing classes and maintaining equipment in a state of readiness (U.S. Department, 2007). The crime scene investigator works at the office of his or her job assignment Monday through Friday, which is normally 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. must accept scheduled after-hours standby duty every other week (Lee, 2001). While on standby, the crime scene investigator must be readily available by pager or phone at all times to reply to requests for service. In addition to the standby duty, the incumbent is expected to respond to emergency calls
Research Paper
Crime Scene Investigator
Crime Scene Investigator
POSITION
A crime scene investigator is responsible for multipart crime scene investigations, evaluation of the crime scene, various types of equipment along with developing, securing, and packaging physical evidence for scientific evaluation and comparison (U.S. Department, 2007). Detailed reports on the observations and activities at the scene next to testimonies in court regarding the findings and processing methods used at the scene are also conducted by the investigator (U.S. Department, 2007). The greatest challenge of this position is to apply scientific expertise in crime scene evidence identification and processing with the ultimate goal of successful prosecution of the offender in a court of law (Lee, 2001).
ENVIROMENT
The crime scene investigator oversees complex crime scene investigations, together with but not limited to homicides, sexual assaults, armed robberies, home invasions, and property crimes such as burglaries (Lee, 2001). Approximately 70% of the investigators time is spent processing crime scenes, packaging and transporting evidence, attending and photographing autopsies and attending briefings and conferences with the police agencies requesting assistance (U.S. Department, 2007). The remaining time is spent preparing investigative reports, testifying in court, receiving continuing education, instructing classes and maintaining equipment in a state of readiness (U.S. Department, 2007). The crime scene investigator works at the office of his or her job assignment Monday through Friday, which is normally 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. must accept scheduled after-hours standby duty every other week (Lee, 2001). While on standby, the crime scene investigator must be readily available by pager or phone at all times to reply to requests for service. In addition to the standby duty, the incumbent is expected to respond to emergency calls
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