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Crss 431: Forensic Methods And Techniques Question Paper

Crss 431: Forensic Methods And Techniques

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Criminology And Security Studies

Institution: Chuka University question papers

Exam Year:2013

CHUKA

UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
FOURTH YEAR EXAMINATION FOR THE AWARD OF
DEGREE IN BACHELOR OF ARTS IN CRIMINOLOGY AND SECURITY STUDIES

CRSS 431: FORENSIC METHODS AND TECHNIQUES

STREAMS: CRSS Y4S1 TIME: 2 HOURS

DAY/DATE: WEDNESDAY 7/8/2013 11.30 AM- 1.30 PM

INSTRUCTIONS:

Section A: Section A is Compulsory

1. (a) Why is ‘admissible evidence’ a litigious issue in court trials? [5 Marks]

(b) Differentiate between two standard blood specimens. [2.5 Marks]

(c) How would you collect and handle the following evidence to meet high standards in court proceedings.

(i) Blood Stains [5 Marks]

(ii) Autopsy Blood Samples [5 Marks]

(iii) Blood samples from live individuals [5 Marks]

(iv) Dried Blood stains [5 Marks]

Section B: Answer any two Questions

2. Write short notes on the following topics in relation to methods and techniques of collecting evidence

(i) Hair [6 Marks]

(ii) Seminal Stains [6 Marks]

(iii) Fibers and Threads [8Marks]

3. (a) A firearm has been discovered at a crime scene. Discuss how you would preserve this particular evidence. [10 Marks]

(b) Discuss how you would handle ammunition and cartridge cases. [10 Marks]

4. (a) Discuss the best ways of preserving fingerprints. [10 Marks]

(b) Paint evidence is frequently encountered in hit-and run cases, on tools used by burglars, and occasionally in other types of cases. Discuss the importance of paint in hit and run cases. [10 Marks]

5. Discuss the laws and procedures of presenting evidence in Kenya today. [20 Marks]

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