The Big Stage

The Initial Crime Scene

Describe the steps in processing the initial crime scene.

Describe the responsibilities and priorities for investigators.

Describe the steps in documenting the crime scene.

What are the investigator's legal obligations at this phase?

What are pitfalls to avoid at this phase?

The Investigation

Examine procedures and best practices for gathering information.

Examine procedures and best practices for conducting witness interviews.

What are the investigator's legal obligations at this phase?

What are pitfalls to avoid at this phase?

Apprehend Suspects

Analyze strategies for identifying suspects.

Analyze strategies for locating and apprehending suspects.

Analyze strategies for conducting the interrogation.

What are the investigator's legal obligations at this phase?

What are pitfalls to avoid at this phase?

The Final Report

Describe parts of the final report.

Analyze procedures for assembling and organizing the final report.

Analyze procedures for presenting the case to prosecutors.

What are the investigator's legal obligations at this phase?

What are pitfalls to avoid at this phase?

Prepare for Prosecution

Describe the investigator's role in preparing evidence for presentation.

Describe the investigator's role in preparing for trial testimony.