This form is a New Case Investigation Checklist usable in cases where licensing, patents, or commercial trade secrets are an issue.
Connecticut New Case Investigation Checklist is a comprehensive tool used by investigators in the state of Connecticut to streamline their process of gathering information and evidence for a newly assigned case. This checklist serves as a roadmap for investigators, ensuring that no crucial steps or details are overlooked during the investigative process. It is designed to be adaptable for various types of cases, including criminal investigations, missing persons, fraud, and more. The Connecticut New Case Investigation Checklist encompasses the following essential steps: 1. Case Information: Details pertaining to the case, such as case number, date assigned, and case type. 2. Preliminary Assessment: Initial evaluation and determination of the nature of the case, urgency, and potential risks or hazards involved. 3. Case Objective: Clearly define the goal of the investigation and the desired outcome. 4. Victim/Person Reporting: Gather information about the victim or person who reported the incident, including demographics, contact details, and their relationship to the case. 5. Witnesses: Identify and obtain contact information for potential witnesses who may possess crucial knowledge related to the case. 6. Scene Investigation: Checklist items related to visiting and documenting the crime scene, preserving evidence, and taking photographs or sketches. 7. Evidence Collection: Detailed steps for collecting and documenting physical evidence, including proper packaging and labeling techniques. 8. Interviews: Guidelines for conducting interviews with victims, witnesses, suspects, and experts, including note-taking techniques and legal considerations. 9. Suspect Identification: Procedures for narrowing down and identifying potential suspects in the case, including thorough background checks and cross-referencing with existing databases. 10. Documentation: Instructions for properly documenting all investigative activities, including reports, forms, and evidence logs. 11. Case Review: Checklist items to ensure that the investigation is progressing effectively, reviewing gathered evidence, and reassessing the case's direction if necessary. It is important to note that while the Connecticut New Case Investigation Checklist provides a general framework, specific agencies and departments may have their variations or additional checklists tailored to the unique requirements of their investigative processes. For instance, specialized checklists may exist for financial crimes, cybercrime, or homicide investigations. These variations are typically designed to address specific considerations and evidence collection techniques unique to each case type.
