PROPOSED COMPETENCY TEST

Proposed Investigator & Specialist Competency Assessment

A proposed knowledge and judgment assessment. It does not confer appointment or legal qualification.

Important: Results are evidence of current demonstrated knowledge only. They do not override applicable professional licensing requirements and do not appoint anyone to Court service.

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Question 1 · 2 points

What is the purpose of maintaining a chain of custody?

To document handling and preserve evidential integrity To guarantee guilt To prevent any defence challenge To replace forensic testing

Question 2 · 2 points

An impartial investigator should primarily seek:

Only evidence supporting the initial theory All relevant evidence, including material that may undermine the theory Public approval A rapid arrest at any cost

Question 3 · 6 points

A witness is frightened and asks you to conceal a significant part of their account. What should you do?

Question 4 · 6 points

Digital evidence is found on a device that may contain unrelated private information. What principles should guide handling?

Question 5 · 4 points

Why must an investigator remain open to evidence that disproves their initial hypothesis?