- Investigating criminal offenses is a complex process that requires professionalism and cooperation among multiple law enforcement officials. Here are some of the steps that are taken during a criminal investigation:
Gathering Evidence – Once a crime has been reported, law enforcement begins gathering evidence. This may include witness interviews, crime scene outreach, and physical evidence collection.
Evidence Analysis – Once evidence has been collected, it must be analyzed to determine what the criminals have done and how it can be found.
Searching for suspects – if there is enough evidence, law enforcement can search for suspects and arrest them.
Preparation of an indictment – after arresting the suspects, law enforcement must prepare an indictment to present to the court.
Trial – when the court receives the indictment, it will set a date for a trial where the evidence will be reviewed and a decision will be made as to whether the suspects are guilty or not.
Execution of the sentence - if the suspects are found guilty, they will be sentenced and serve the sentence determined by the court.
