Homicide Investigation
/ˈhɒmɪsaɪd ɪnˌvɛstəˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The official and systematic examination of the facts and evidence pertaining to a killing that is suspected to be unlawful to determine the perpetrator and circumstances.
The homicide investigation uncovered new evidence linking the suspect to the crime scene.
Forms
- homicide investigation
- homicide investigations
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to investigations concerning unlawful killings and usually involves specialized law enforcement units; clarity in defining scope is important in legal drafting.
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