TECHNICAL ENGLISH 2 (LEGAL FORMS)

Assumption

A belief that something is true without having any proof.

Chronological Order

The arrangement of events in the order of their occurrence.

Communication

The use of spoken or written language to exchange ideas or transfer information, including non-verbal language.

Coherence

Logical consistency so that all separate facts fit together to form a harmonious report.

Conclusion

A decision made or opinion formed after considering relevant facts.

Corpus Delicti

The body of facts that show a crime has been committed, including physical evidence.

Facts

Proven observations or verified events.

Hearsay

Information heard from others without verification.

Jargon

Technical language used by a specific group or profession, often not understood by outsiders.

Logical

The ability to think sensibly and come to rational conclusions based on facts.

Narrative

A story or account of events in the order they happened.

Note Taking

Brief notations made about specific events while fresh in one’s mind.

Opinion

A personal view about an issue, based on personal judgment.

Proofreading

Reading proofs of a text to mark corrections.

Reporting

Passing along information to someone else.

Report Writing

A form of communication to express thoughts and obtain information.

Slang

Casual and often short-lived language considered unsuitable for formal contexts.

Surveillance

Discreet observation of people or places to gather information.

Tone

The written attitude toward a subject or audience.

Verbal

Using words, especially spoken words.

Informal Report

A casual report such as a letter or memorandum used in day-to-day police operations.

Formal Report

A comprehensive report including cover, title page, and detailed sections.

Operational Report

Reports relating to police incidents, investigations, and arrests.

Internal Business Report

Reports necessary for the management of an agency, including financial and personnel reports.

Technical Reports

Data presentations on specialized subjects related to police report management.

Summary Reports

Reports providing intelligence information necessary for solving crimes.

Motive

Reasons behind a person's actions, often hidden or not obvious.

Instrumentalities

Means or instruments used in the commission of a crime.

Opportunities

Circumstances that enable a crime to be committed.

Precision

Accuracy and exactness in writing.

Brevity

Conciseness and directness in communication.

Originality

Uniqueness and creativeness in expression.

Vividness

Clarity and liveliness in writing.

Style

The distinctive manner of expression in writing.

Initial or Preliminary Report

The report done as soon as a complaint is received.

Case Report

The initial listing of facts about a case.

Progress Report

A report describing the ongoing status of an investigation.

Final Investigation Report

The report rendered when a case investigation is completed.