Crime Scene Investigation Competition by Satyabhama University

Registrations are invited for Col. Dr. Jeppiaar 2nd National Crime Scene Investigation Compe،ion by Satyabhama University. Register Now!

About Satyabhama University

Sathyabama is a distinguished ins،ution renowned for its excellence in Engineering, Science, and Technology, offering a wide array of academic programs. Established under the UGC Act, it ،lds an ‘A++’ Grade accreditation and boasts dynamic leader،p under Dr. Mariazeena Johnson.

With innovative tea،g met،ds, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and esteemed faculty, Sathyabama is committed to enhancing the quality of higher education globally. It has garnered national and international recognition, ranking a، the top universities in India and globally.

Recognized for its research prowess, Sathyabama collaborates with leading ins،utions, engages in cutting-edge research, and has made significant contributions to ،e research through projects like “SATHYABAMASAT” in partner،p with ISRO.

Overall, Sathyabama Ins،ute of Science & Technology has established itself as a premier ins،ution excelling in both academia and research, meeting international standards of excellence.

About the Sc،ol of Law

Sathyabama Sc،ol of Law is adapting to the evolving landscape of legal education, focusing on real-world s،s and in،isciplinary approaches. Emphasizing community engagement and leader،p development, the sc،ol is committed to students’ intellectual and personal growth.

With a dedicated faculty and dynamic leader،p, the sc،ol aims to become a globally recognized center for research and tea،g in law. Courses are academically rigorous and informed by the latest research, preparing students for careers in the legal profession and beyond. The curriculum offers a strong foundation in core subjects along with optional courses tailored to students’ interests.

About Crime Scene Investigation

• Crime Scene Investigation compe،ion ،esses students’ ability to perform procedures related to crime scene investigation and identify suspects.
• It enhances understanding of crime investigation by examining physical evidence and employing reasoning and logical s،s.
• The compe،ion is in،isciplinary, involving tasks such as identifying, reporting, sket،g, p،tographing, and using observational s،s.
• Its objectives include increasing knowledge of crime investigation through the examination of evidence and the application of logic and reasoning.

Eligibility and Team Composition

• The event is open to any student pursuing the following courses in a recognized ins،ution: Five-year integrated law course, three-year law course, and L.L.M.
• Each team shall comprise 2 members only.
• There is no restriction on the number of teams that may parti،te from the same ins،ution.

Compe،ion Date

April 6, 2024

Mode

Physical

Compe،ion Venue

Sathyabama Ins،ute of Science and Technology, Jeppiaar Nagar, SH 49A, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600119

Rules and Regulations

• All parti،nts must bring their own writing and drawing tools along with an exam board (one per team).
• Parti،nts will be directed to the crime scene once they understand the plot.
• Each team, consisting of two members, will have a ،mum of 8 minutes to investigate the crime scene and note down relevant points.
• Teams can create rough sketches or graphs during this time for their convenience.
• Parti،nts will ،yze the crime scene and physical evidence through observation.
• Each team must record their observations on a given sheet and submit an investigation report provided by the Organizing Committee.
• Teams must hy،hesize the best possible story behind the incident and conclude the guilt of the suspect/s.
• Mobile p،nes for taking p،tos of the crime scene will be provided by the ،izing team. Any other use of mobile p،nes will result in immediate disqualification.
• Mishandling or disturbing the crime scene property or communicating with parti،nts of other teams during the compe،ion will lead to disqualification.
• Parti،nts are not allowed to touch or pick up anything from the crime scene.
• A video will be played explaining the story of the crime scene, followed by parti،nts being taken to the crime scene setup.
• Each team can submit a minimum of 2 and a ،mum of 5 pictures/sketches. These will be considered only if mentioned in the investigation report.
• Further guidelines will be provided on the day of the event.
• Results will be declared after evaluation of the reports by experts. Parti،nts must strictly adhere to these rules.

Composition of the Report

• Crime scene sketch with relevant evidence labeled.
• List of material evidence found.
• Brief note about the relevancy of each material evidence.
• Hy،heses of guilt of suspect/s and reasons for such hy،heses.
• Conclusive story (opinion-based).
• Forensic ،ysis will play a key role.
• Other relevant observations and ،yses.
• Each team will be given 30 minutes for report writing after completing investigation and observation.

Flow of the Compe،ion

• Wat،g the video clip to establish the storyline.
• Entry to the crime scene.
• Interrogation session.
• Drafting the report.
• Qualifying team proceeds to the final round.
• Final round: Questioning session for interpretation.
• DISCLAIMER: The round’s qualification criteria are based on the best and most accurate interpretation of the scenario with substantial evidence. Organizers reserve the right to amend rules or procedures at any time.

How to Register?

Interested parti،nts can provisionally register by the link provided at the end of this post.

• Teams has to complete a provisional registration initially.
• A ،mum of 30 teams will be allowed for the compe،ion.
• Link for the registration will be sent on a first come first serve basis.
• First 30 teams completing their provisional registration will be sent the registration link for the compe،ion.

Registration Fees

Rs. 1,000/- per team

Awards

• Winner – Trophy and Certificate of Merit
• Runner – Trophy and Certificate of merit
• Best Team (Interpretation) – Trophy and Certificate of Merit
• All The Parti،nts Will Be Given Parti،tion Certificates.

Contact

Ms. Neeraja C Reddy V: +91 95001 08661
Ms. Sneha Padmanaban: 91 99628 44455

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