How do they match: Detectives and Criminal Investigators

  • Examine records to locate links in chains of evidence or information.
  • Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of law violations.
  • Obtain summary of incident from officer in charge at crime scene, taking care to avoid disturbing evidence.
  • Prepare charges or responses to charges, or information for court cases, according to formalized procedures.