12 Questions
Swabbing is a complex procedure.
False
Perishable evidence should be documented, photographed, and collected immediately.
True
The lead investigator and the CSI do not need to assess the scene before identifying additional personnel and forensic needs.
False
All possible evidence should be collected in a specific-to-general order.
False
Environmental factors cannot affect evidence at a crime scene.
False
Crime scenes never require a team effort for accurate identification of physical evidence.
False
Wooden stems are preferred for the swabs due to their ability to retain moisture.
False
Fingerprints are left on surfaces due to the latent lift card technique.
False
Fingerprints can be visualized at a crime scene using the dusting technique.
True
The adhesive side of the trace evidence lifter is placed on the surface to collect evidence.
True
Small hairs are best collected using large trace evidence lifters.
False
Trace evidence like paint scrapings from a vehicle can be collected using tweezers.
False
Learn about the importance of noting the location of all evidence, prioritizing transient evidence, and considering environmental factors during the collection process. Understand how to devise a systematic plan from general to specific to ensure all evidence is properly documented and collected.
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