1. The criminal investigation process allows police to gather sufficient evidence to support charges against suspected criminals. Police have powers to search, seize evidence, and question suspects to build strong cases. 2. However, not all reported crimes are fully investigated due to limited resources, and the lengthy investigation process can delay justice. Some crimes may not be pursued even when reported. 3. While technology like DNA evidence has helped solve difficult cases, an over-reliance on certain types of evidence alone could risk wrongful convictions. A thorough investigation considers multiple forms of lawful evidence.

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22. Multiple Choice: Crime 1. A summons is best described as: a) a legal document which compels you to attend court to give evidence or answer charges b) a legal document permitting the search of your business c) a legal document between two parties issued after a divorce is finalised d) a legal document signed by you agreeing to adhere to bail conditions

23. ANSWER: a) a legal document which compels you to attend court to give evidence or answer charges

24. 2. Which of the following is not likely to be considered evidence? a) drugs b) a gun c) witness testimony d) none of the above

25. ANSWER: d) none of the above

26. 3 Which of the following must police usually have a search warrant for? a) youb) your home c) your car d) your bag

27. ANSWER: b) Your Home

28. 4. Which of the following is a factor why someone might not be held on remand? a) they are a flight risk b) they committed a violent crime such as murder c) they committed a non-violent crime such as larceny d) they are a repeat offender who may go andcommit another offence straight away

29. ANSWER: c) they committed a non-violent crime such as larceny

30. 5 How long may police hold a suspect without charge for if they do not have an extension from a judge/magistrate? a) four hours b) eight hours c) 12 hours d) indefinitely

31. ANSWER: a) Four Hours

32. 6. The majority of police powers in NSW are contained under which statute? a) Police Powers Act (Amended) 1900 NSW b) Law Enforcement Act 2006 NSW c) Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 1985 NSW d) Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Act 2002 NSW

33. ANSWER: d) Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Act 2002 NSW

34. 7. Police in NSW have broad powers to stop and search people and seize items they are carrying. Which statement best describes the minimum requirement for a police member to use this power? a) They believe beyond a reasonable doubt that the person is carrying something stolen or used to commit an indictable offence b) They believe on reasonable grounds that the person is carrying something stolen or used to commit an indictable offence c) They believe on a balance of probabilities that the person is carrying something stolen or used to commit an indictable offence d) they have proved to a judge that the person is carrying something stolen or used to commit an indictable offence

35. ANSWER: b) They believe on reasonable grounds that the person is carrying something stolen or used to commit an indictable offence

36. Crime Question 15mks assess the effectiveness of the criminalinvestigation process as a means of achievingjustice