Republic of the Philippines

PARTIDO STATE UNIVERSITY

Camarines Sur

Lagonoy Campus
Module 5
Turn Over Control of The Scene and Brief Investigator(S) In Charge
Documentations and Observations

Name of Student:_________________________ Week Number: 7-8____________

Course Code: ISM25________________________ Name of Faculty: HARRY M. CALALO
Course Title: Crime Scene Protection and Preservation

I. Objectives

 Understand the Importance of Crime Scene Protection and Preservation

 Define what is Crime Scene
 Identify the types of Evidence
 Discuss the overview of Crime Scene Protection, Preservation and Processing.

II. Lesson

6. TURN OVER CONTROL OF THE SCENE AND BRIEF INVESTIGATOR(S) IN CHARGE

Principle: Briefing the investigator(s) taking charge assists in controlling the crime scene and helps
establish further investigative responsibilities.
Policy: The initial responding officer(s) at the scene shall provide a detailed crime scene briefing to
the investigator(s) in charge of the scene.
Procedure:
The initial responding officer(s) should:
a. Brief the investigator(s) taking charge.
b. Assist in controlling the scene.
c. Turn over responsibility for the documentation of entry/exit.
d. Remain at the scene until relieved of duty.
Summary: The scene briefing is the only opportunity for the next in command to obtain initial
aspects of the crime scene prior to subsequent investigation.
7. DOCUMENTATIONS AND OBSERVATIONS
Principle: All activities conducted and observations made at the crime scene must be documented
as soon as possible after the event to preserve information.
Policy: Documentation must be maintained as a permanent record.
Procedure:
The initial responding officer(s) should document:

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Camarines Sur

Observations of the crime scene, including the location of persons and items within the crime scene
and the appearance and condition of the scene upon arrival.
b. Conditions upon arrival (e.g., lights on/off; shades up/down, open/closed; doors, windows,
open/closed; smells; ice, liquids; movable furniture; weather; temperature; and personal items.)
c. Personal information from witnesses, victims, suspects, and any statements or comments made.
d. Own actions and actions of others.
Summary: The initial responding officer(s) at the crime scene must produce clear, concise,
documented information encompassing his or her observations and actions. This documentation is
vital in providing information to substantiate investigative considerations.

III. Activities

 Give the duties and responsibilities of Initial Responder in the Turn Over of the Crime Scene to
the Investigators In Charge.
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b.
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d.

IV. Assessment

 Explain the importance of Proper Turn Over and Briefing the investigator In Charge (taking In
charge)
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 Discuss the Importance of proper Documentation of the Crime scene.
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V. Suggested References

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Camarines Sur

Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved by:

HARRY M. CALALO SHEEHENNA B. PETEZA, M.S CRIM SHIRLENE S. ESPLANA, Ph.D

FACULTY PROGRAM DIRECTOR CAMPUS DEAN