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OCCIDENTAL MINDORO STATE COLLEGE

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College of Criminal Justice Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINOLOGY

MIDTERM EXAMINATION
SPECIALIZED CRIME INVESTIGATION AND LEGAL
MEDICINE
2nd Semester, A.Y. 2023-2024
Name: Date:
Course/Year & Section: Score:
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE: Shade the circle that corresponds to the letter of the correct answer. Write your
answer on the provided answer sheet. STRICTLY NO ERASURES/ALTERATIONS.
1. Which of the following is NOT a safeguard typically afforded to persons under custodial investigation?
a. Right to legal counsel
b. Right to remain silent
c. Right to speedy trial
d. Right to confront witnesses
2. Which legal doctrine forms the basis for custodial rights evolution in the English legal system?
a. Magna Carta
b. Habeas Corpus Act
c. Bill of Rights
d. Common Law
3. What term describes the legal principle that evidence obtained unlawfully cannot be used in court?
a. Exclusionary rule
b. Probable cause
c. Due process
d. Habeas corpus
4. What landmark case established the requirement for law enforcement to inform individuals of their rights before
custodial interrogation?
a. Miranda v. Arizona
b. Brown v. Board of Education
c. Roe v. Wade
d. Marbury v. Madison
5. How do law enforcement agencies typically establish probable cause in special crime investigations?
a. Through eyewitness testimony
b. By obtaining search warrants
c. By analyzing forensic evidence
d. Through undercover operations
6. What steps can law enforcement take to minimize the risk of evidence contamination in special crime
investigations?
a. Limiting access to the crime scene
b. Allowing public access for transparency
c. Delaying the collection of evidence
d. Relocating the crime scene
7. In what ways can technology aid law enforcement in special crime investigations?
a. Facilitating real-time communication
b. Providing advanced surveillance capabilities
c. Enhancing data analysis of evidence
d. All of the above
8. How might a lack of access to legal counsel impact the fairness of custodial interrogations?
a. It may lead to coerced confessions
b. It ensures quicker resolution of cases
c. It increases trust in law enforcement
d. It minimizes the need for due process
9. How do law enforcement agencies typically establish probable cause in special crime investigations?
a. Through eyewitness testimony
b. By obtaining search warrants
c. By analyzing forensic evidence
d. Through undercover operations

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 10. What steps can law enforcement take to minimize the risk of evidence contamination in special crime
investigations?
a. Limiting access to the crime scene
b. Allowing public access for transparency
c. Delaying the collection of evidence
d. Relocating the crime scene
11. Analyze the role of public perception in shaping the outcomes of special crime investigations.
a. It has little to no influence
b. It can affect jury decisions
c. It is solely determined by legal factors
d. It ensures impartiality in the judicial process
12. Assess the importance of international human rights standards in guiding custodial investigation procedures.
a. They are irrelevant to domestic law enforcement
b. They provide valuable benchmarks for fair treatment
c. They hinder law enforcement efforts
d. They prioritize national security over individual rights
13. What is a potential consequence of failing to adhere to legal safeguards during custodial investigations?
a. Exclusion of evidence
b. Automatic acquittal
c. Reduced sentencing
d. Judicial immunity
14. What factor distinguishes special crime investigations from standard criminal investigations?
a. The severity of the crime
b. The involvement of federal agencies
c. The complexity of the case
d. The presence of high-profile individuals
15. In special crime investigations, what is a primary consideration for law enforcement agencies?
a. Preserving evidence integrity
b. Speed of apprehension
c. Public relations management
d. Securing media coverage
16. What role do legal safeguards play in custodial investigations?
a. Protecting the rights of suspects
b. Ensuring conviction rates
c. Expediting the judicial process
d. Minimizing law enforcement efforts
17. What ethical considerations are paramount in custodial investigations?
a. Preserving law enforcement reputation
b. Protecting the rights of the accused
c. Maximizing conviction rates
d. Minimizing public scrutiny
18. What is a common challenge faced by law enforcement in special crime investigations?
a. Media interference
b. Lack of jurisdiction
c. Limited resources
d. Political pressure
19. How might a lack of access to legal counsel impact the fairness of custodial interrogations?
a. It may lead to coerced confessions
b. It ensures quicker resolution of cases
c. It increases trust in law enforcement
d. It minimizes the need for due process
20. Evaluate the effectiveness of the exclusionary rule in deterring police misconduct during custodial
investigations.
a. It is highly effective
b. It has limited impact
c. It often leads to abuse of power
d. It guarantees fair trials for all suspects
21. Assess the importance of international human rights standards in guiding custodial investigation procedures.
a. They are irrelevant to domestic law enforcement
b. They provide valuable benchmarks for fair treatment
c. They hinder law enforcement efforts
d. They prioritize national security over individual rights

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 22. Evaluate the impact of public perception on the fairness and impartiality of special crime investigations.
a. It has little to no influence on investigative outcomes
b. It can sway jury decisions and affect trial proceedings
c. Public perception often aligns with legal standards, ensuring fairness
d. Public opinion primarily serves to sensationalize cases without influencing legal proceedings
23. In homicide investigations, what does the term "modus operandi" refer to?
a. The motive behind the killing
b. The method or pattern used by the perpetrator
c. The victim's identity
d. The weapon used in the crime
24. What is the primary objective of analyzing the victim's body in a homicide investigation?
a. To determine the cause and manner of death
b. To identify potential suspects
c. To establish the victim's identity
d. To locate missing evidence
25. Which of the following is NOT considered a source of information in homicide investigations?
a. Eyewitness testimony
b. Physical evidence
c. Social media posts
d. Financial records
26. Which term describes the act of killing one's own parent?
a. Matricide
b. Patricide
c. Fratricide
d. Sororicide
27. What legal principle refers to the requirement of proving the existence of a crime before a person can be
convicted?
a. Corpus Delicti
b. Mens Rea
c. Actus Reus
d. Presumption of innocence
28. How might motives of the crime of homicide vary?
a. Financial gain
b. Revenge
c. Jealousy
d. All of the above
29. Why is the crime scene considered the primary focus of investigation in homicide cases?
a. It provides crucial evidence
b. It establishes the victim's identity
c. It determines the perpetrator's motive
d. It secures the conviction of the suspect
30. What investigative technique involves interviewing individuals who may have information relevant to a
homicide case?
a. Interrogation
b. Surveillance
c. Witness examination
d. Forensic analysis
31. How do possible cover-up attempts impact homicide investigations?
a. They hinder the discovery of evidence
b. They expedite the resolution of cases
c. They minimize media attention
d. They strengthen the credibility of suspects
32. What is a crucial step in handling cases of missing persons in homicide investigations?
a. Identifying potential suspects
b. Conducting background checks
c. Establishing a timeline of events
d. Requesting assistance from federal agencies
33. How might investigators utilize forensic evidence in homicide cases?
a. To establish a suspect's alibi
b. To link a suspect to the crime scene
c. To determine the victim's identity
d. To assess the victim's mental state

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 34. What strategies can investigators employ to uncover potential motives in homicide cases?
a. Conducting background checks on the victim and suspect
b. Analyzing financial transactions
c. Interviewing family members and associates
d. All of the above
35. How might investigators differentiate between accidental deaths and homicides during initial assessments of
a crime scene?
a. By analyzing the victim's injuries and the surrounding evidence
b. By relying solely on witness testimony
c. By assessing the perpetrator's mental state
d. By consulting with forensic experts
36. What role do forensic pathologists play in homicide investigations?
a. Analyzing physical evidence
b. Determining the cause and manner of death
c. Interviewing witnesses
d. Conducting background checks
37. How might investigators analyze the victim's body to determine the cause of death?
a. Through autopsy
b. Through psychological profiling
c. Through forensic odontology
d. Through toxicology tests
38. How might investigators use ballistics analysis in homicide investigations?
a. To identify the type of firearm used in the crime
b. To match bullets and casings to a specific weapon
c. To determine the trajectory of bullets
d. All of the above
39. What techniques can investigators use to establish a victim's time of death?
a. Rigor mortis analysis
b. Livor mortis analysis
c. Body temperature assessment
d. All of the above
40. How might investigators determine the identity of a victim in cases of homicide?
a. Through DNA analysis
b. Through dental records
c. Through fingerprint analysis
d. All of the above
41. How might investigators utilize forensic toxicology in homicide cases?
a. To determine the presence of drugs or poisons in the victim's body
b. To identify potential suspects based on drug use
c. To analyze the victim's mental state at the time of death
d. To establish the victim's age and sex
42. Assess the significance of motive in homicide investigations.
a. It is the sole determinant of guilt or innocence
b. It provides insight into the perpetrator's mindset
c. It has little relevance to the investigation process
d. It ensures swift resolution of cases
43. Evaluate the importance of preserving the chain of custody in handling physical evidence in homicide cases.
a. It ensures the integrity and admissibility of evidence in court
b. It is unnecessary and time-consuming
c. It delays the investigation process
d. It increases the risk of contamination
44. Assess the impact of media coverage on homicide investigations.
a. It facilitates public awareness and can generate leads
b. It hinders the investigation process by sensationalizing the case
c. It ensures impartiality in the judicial process
d. It minimizes the role of eyewitness testimony
45. Evaluate the effectiveness of utilizing psychological profiling in homicide investigations.
a. It provides valuable insights into the perpetrator's behavior and motivations
b. It often leads to false assumptions and biases
c. It hinders the investigation process by focusing too much on the suspect's psyche
d. It ensures swift resolution of cases by narrowing down suspects quickly

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 46. Assess the impact of witness credibility on the outcome of homicide investigations.
a. Witness credibility plays a crucial role in corroborating evidence and identifying suspects
b. Witness testimony is often disregarded due to its subjective nature
c. Witnesses are unreliable and frequently provide false information, hindering investigations
d. Witness credibility has little influence on case outcomes as physical evidence is prioritized
47. Analyze the significance of forensic ballistics analysis in determining the type of firearm used in a homicide.
a. It is essential for identifying the perpetrator and ensuring accurate convictions
b. It is often inconclusive and unreliable, leading to wrongful accusations
c. It delays case resolution by focusing too much on technical details
d. It has limited practical application and does not significantly impact case outcomes
48. Evaluate the importance of victimology in homicide investigations.
a. It helps establish connections between the victim and potential suspects
b. It is irrelevant to the investigation process and does not impact case resolution
c. It complicates investigations by introducing unnecessary personal details
d. It provides valuable insights into the victim's lifestyle and relationships, aiding in motive
determination
49. Evaluate the effectiveness of utilizing advanced technology, such as drones and 3D mapping, in homicide
crime scene reconstruction.
a. It significantly enhances investigators' ability to reconstruct crime scenes accurately and efficiently
b. It introduces unnecessary complexity and delays case resolution
c. It often leads to misinterpretation of evidence and inaccurate reconstructions
d. It has limited practical application and does not significantly impact case outcomes
50. Assess the impact of public perception and media coverage on the investigation of high-profile homicide
cases.
a. Public perception and media coverage can both aid and hinder investigations by generating leads
and creating undue pressure
b. Public perception and media coverage have little to no influence on the investigative process
c. Public perception and media coverage often distort facts and impede the pursuit of justice
d. Public perception and media coverage primarily serve to sensationalize cases without contributing to
case resolution

Prepared by:

MARIA ANNA A. BAROLO

Professional Lecturer

Noted by:

MARIBEL F. GUACHE, MSCJ

BSCRIM Program Chair

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