Which term describes an initial, quick identification by a victim or witness soon after a crime?

• A. Rapport
• B. Field Identification
• C. Fence
• D. Probable Cause

Answer: (B)

Field identification is the term for an initial, quick identification made by a victim or witness soon after a crime, typically conducted in the field at or near the scene. This often happens as a one-on-one show-up or a brief field lineup designed to confirm whether the person seen is the suspect. It’s used for rapid identification and potential arrest, but it can be less reliable due to stress, lighting, or time constraints, so documenting how and when it occurred is important. This differs from rapport (building a relationship), fence (a dealer in stolen goods), and probable cause (a legal standard based on evidence, not a quick identification alone).