Alberta Basic Security Training (ABST) Practice Exam 2024

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Recording the name of the police officer who assumes control of a crime scene is:

An unnecessary step
Only required in homicide cases
Preserving the chain of evidence
Not important

The correct answer is: Preserving the chain of evidence

Recording the name of the police officer who assumes control of a crime scene is an important step in preserving the chain of evidence. This ensures that the correct officer is held responsible for securing and managing the scene. Not recording this information can lead to confusion and potentially jeopardize the integrity of the evidence collected. Option A is incorrect because it is not unnecessary, and not recording the name can lead to serious consequences. Option B is incorrect because it is not just required in homicide cases, but in all crimes. Option D is incorrect because it is important to properly document and track all aspects of the crime scene investigation.