When collecting and searching for evidence at a crime scene, there are several distinct phases that are recognized. List and briefly describe the phases of the search

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The phases include: Surveying the crime scene, documenting the crime scene through sketches and photographs, recording all physical evidence and searching for fingerprints. Surveying the crime scene involves using the appropriate search pattern for that crime scene, and gathering and preserving evidence. After the surveying, the crime scene is sketched and photographed. Evidence needs to be properly collected, tagged, and follow a chain of custody.

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One study found that serious misconduct comprised a very small portion of complaints and that most complaints against officers were about attitude, _________________ abuse, discourtesy, ethnic slurs, etc

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Rape shield laws are suppose to protect victims from public scrutiny by prohibiting the media from broadcasting or publishing their names and to protect them in court by prohibiting past sexual experiences from being introduced into evidence in order

to negate the rapes. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Bankruptcy code has ________ chapters.

A. Three B. Five C. Eight D. Thirteen

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Explain the details of the pigeon drop scam and why it is used so widely

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