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1. What do bombs look like?

Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.Many methods are employed by thieves to remove or disguise the real identity of the car, especially if they plan to resale them.The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbers

2. Where on the car is the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) located?

Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Many methods are employed by thieves to remove or disguise the real identity of the car, especially if they plan to resale them.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbers

3. What do the 17 characters of a VIN represent?

The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.Many methods are employed by thieves to remove or disguise the real identity of the car, especially if they plan to resale them.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbers

4. How do car thieves deal with Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN)?

The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersMany methods are employed by thieves to remove or disguise the real identity of the car, especially if they plan to resale them.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.

5. What are some reasons why an individual would commit vehicle fraud?

The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersSome reasons why an individual would commit vehicle fraud include (1) The desire for immediate cash, (2) To rid themselves of costly vehicle repair bills, (3) To avoid the hassle of selling the car, and (4) To break a car leaseBombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.

6. What is the Second Room-Searching Sweep?

The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.The investigators picks a new searching height, usually from the hip to the chin to cover wall hangings, bookcases, and so on, and the sweep starts again the same way.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbers

7. Who commit most of the motor vehicle thefts in the United States?

The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersAccording to statistics 64% of motor vehicle thefts in the United States were committed by Individuals under the age of 25Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.

8. Why are most cars stolen?

Most cars are stolen for their parts; a criminal can take a $20,000 vehicle and strip and sell the parts for about $30,000 but stealing a car for resale is another motivation for the crime of auto theft. Resale of a stolen car can be highly profitable and comes with minimal risk to the criminal. Also, criminals who are going to commit a burglary or robbery might be motivated to steal a car for transportation to and from the crime scene.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbers

9. What is motor vehicle theft?

Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Defined as the theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle

10. What are some other clues that help the investigator identify a fire as arson during an investigation?

The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersBombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.Some clues that the investigator looks for include (1) The flame color because the color of a fire can provide information regarding whether chemicals or other substances were added to make the fire burn (i.e. alcohol burns blue-orange) (2) Smoke can help determine whether arson occurred - .black smoke might indicate the fire had a petroleum base. (3) the size of the fire; buildings engulfed quickly may be a sign of arson., and (4) Odors that can indicate the presence of kerosene or gasoline.

11. What is the Salvage Switch method of disguising a stolen car?

Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.in the salvage switch method of disguising a stolen car, the thief purchases a wrecked vehicle that is not repairable, strictly for its certificate of title and for the vehicle identification number and then steals a similar vehicle, removes its VIN tag, and replaces it with the salvaged vehicle's VIN tag. Any other numbers are either altered or removed from the vehicle.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.

12. What is the First Room-Searching Sweep?

Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.The investigators look at the furniture or objects in the room and determine the average height of the majority of the objects resting on the floor. When the room has been divided by searching height (usually hip height), two people go to one end of the room and start in a back-to-back position. Each person works his or her way around the room. When the two people meet, they will have completed a wall sweep. They should work together to search all items under the selected height and also under rugs or things mounted on the wall.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbers

13. What bomb search techniques should be used?

The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbers(1) First Room-Searching Sweep, (2) Second Room-Searching Sweep, (3)Third Room-Searching Sweep, and (4) Fourth Room-Searching SweepThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.

14. What is the Modified VIN technique method of disguising a stolen car?

In the Modified VIN technique method of disguising a stolen car, the thief replaces the original VIN with a phony one. One way is to use a label maker to stamp the VIN on the label and then spray paint with flat black paint and place it over the original VIN. The substitution may appear legitimate to the untrained eye. Another way is that the thief attempts to steal blank VIN tags that are then stamped with numbers and placed on stolen vehicles.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.

15. What does motor vehicle theft include based on the definition of motor vehicle?

The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Includes not only the stealing of automobiles but also includes items such as motor scooters and snowmobiles.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersBombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.

16. How easy is it to investigate a fire for arson in light of the definition by the U.S. Department of Justice?

The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Investigating a fire for possible arson is a difficult task and few arson cases lead to arrests.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersBombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.

17. What is the trend in the rate of arson arrests in the United States?

The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe arrests of arsonists in 2002 declined by 12% from 2001but the decline in juvenile arson arrests decreased by about 10%.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.

18. How many characters make up a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)?.

The VIN is 17 characters consisting of a combination of letters and numbers that uniquely identify the vehicle.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.

19. What is arson?

Any willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public building, motor vehicle or aircraft, personal property of another, etc.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.

20. What is the specific method used to investigate arson?

The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersBombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.Steps used to investigate an arson offense include: (1) Identify the point of origin of the fire, (2) Search for flammable liquids, (3) Observe the span of the fire, (4) Photograph the scene, (5) Identify plants or trailers, (6) Question witnesses, (7) Observe alligatoring.

21. What is the trend in motorcycle theft in the United States?

22. What are some reasons as to why motorcycle theft is on the increase?

The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.some reasons as to why motorcycle thefts are increasing include: (1) Various numbering systems are used by manufacturers, (2) The procedure of registering a motorcycle is also an issue.

23. How is motor vehicle defined?

A vehicle that is self-propelled and runs on the ground.The VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbers

24. What are the trends in motor vehicle theft arrests?

The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Arrests for motor vehicle theft were estimated at 148,943 in 2002, which was a 4% higher rate than the arrest rate in 2001 but 0.8% lower than arrests made in 1998Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.

25. What is the Fourth Room-Searching Sweep?

The numbers on the VIN represent the following: 1st character = nation of origin 2nd character = name of the manufacturer 3rd character = specific make of the vehicle 4th character = type of restraint system5th to 7th characters = car line series and body type8th character = engine description 9th character = check digit 10th character = model year 11th character = assembly plant location 12th to 17th characters = sequential production numbersThe VIN plates on all American-made automobiles are visible through the windshield on the driver's side and they are also provided on a federal safety certification label located on the driver's door or doorpost. The location of the VIN number on luxury automobiles is on the left-side windshield post. Before 1968, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) locations varied by manufacturers.Bombs can look like anything and can be constructed from regular household items.Usually involves an investigation of a false or suspended ceiling, including ventilation ducts, mounted light fixtures, or speaker systems.

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