What are the four basic stages of a criminal investigation?

What are the four basic stages of a criminal investigation?

• A. Preparation/recognition of the offense; fact-finding; evidence collection and analysis; case development/charging or clearance.
• B. Investigation planning, risk assessment, budget approval, case dismissal.
• C. Field interviews, forensic testing, court appearances, and sentencing.
• D. Identification, arrest, arraignment, trial.

Answer: (A)