Preserve and control a crime scene

Stay alert - Keep in mind that suspect could come back or may still be on the scene.

Be aware that suspect may pose as bystanders and try to leave

Be aware that witnesses to the crime scene may try to leave because they do not want to get involved

Prevent potential witnesses/suspects from leaving the scene

Real Evidence- Physical objects, such as clothing, jewelry, weapons, etc. A person’s body may receive or exhibited.

Circumstantial evidence- evidence which tends to indirectly involve a person in an offense. For example, a witness testifies that although he or she didn’t see the accused, steal a wallet here, or she found the wallet in the locker of the accused..

Evidence- evidence is anything that can be admitted in court to prove or disprove facts in an issue.

Hearsay Rule- Not admissible as evidence However, the expectations to the rule are .

Dying Declaration - A statement made by a person about to die. The statement is not usable, unless a person actually observed the crime.

Excited Utterance- A statement made in the heat of the moment due to excitement. Shock was surprised the statement is admissible in court to prove the truth of matters stated.