Master the Art of Evidence Handling and Fentanyl Precautions with this Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which type of evidence should be submitted before destruction, even if a court order has been requested for destruction of evidence?

Unknown or suspicious substances.

Representative samples of fresh cannabis plants. (correct)

All evidence must be submitted before destruction.

Firearms that require special handling.

What protective equipment should be worn when processing cannabis that is being dried?

Coveralls

Gloves

Eye protection

Facemask (correct)

What should be done with an item that has no evidentiary value?

It should be submitted for further testing.

It should be marked for destruction on the property receipt and bag. (correct)

It should be kept for safekeeping.

It should be returned to the owner.

What information should be marked on all evidence?

The name of the officer taking custody and the date of seizure. Signup and view all the answers

Who should wet or bloody clothing evidence be turned over to for proper handling and packaging?

A Crime Scene Investigator Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when submitting evidence from multiple defendants?

Each defendant and their corresponding evidence items should be identified on the property receipt. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to prevent accidental firing or obliteration of evidence when handling firearms?

Extreme care must be taken when handling firearms. Signup and view all the answers

Who should conduct fentanyl field testing?

Two people Signup and view all the answers

Where should fentanyl field testing be conducted?

In an open, well-ventilated area Signup and view all the answers

Which type of evidence should be marked for destruction on the property receipt and bag?

Evidence with no evidentiary value Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with wet or bloody clothing evidence?

It should be turned over to a Crime Scene Investigator for proper handling and packaging Signup and view all the answers

What is the proper way to handle firearms when entering them into evidence?

Extreme care must be taken to prevent accidental firing or obliteration of evidence Signup and view all the answers

Who should conduct Fentanyl field testing?

Two people, one being a Uniformed Crime Scene Investigator and the other available in case of accidental exposure Signup and view all the answers

What personal protective equipment should be used during Fentanyl field testing?

Gloves, dust masks, and coveralls Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with unknown or suspicious substances?

They should be reported to 9-1-1 Communications Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with exculpatory evidence?

It should be documented and forwarded to the State Attorney's Office Signup and view all the answers

When should prescription medication be collected for safekeeping?

Only if there are no alternative means Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before returning prescription medication to its owner?

Verification and documentation, photo identification, and signing a hold harmless agreement Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Procedures for Handling Evidence and Suspected Fentanyl

The Property and Evidence Section will request a court order for destruction of evidence, but representative samples of fresh cannabis plants should be submitted before destruction.
Protective equipment, such as a facemask, must be worn when processing cannabis that is being dried.
If an item has no evidentiary value, it should be marked for destruction on the property receipt and bag. If there is any question about its value, it should not be marked for destruction.
All evidence must be marked with the initials of the officer taking custody and the date of seizure.
Evidence that requires special handling, such as wet or bloody clothing, should be turned over to a Crime Scene Investigator for proper handling and packaging.
When submitting evidence from multiple defendants, each defendant and their corresponding evidence items should be identified on the property receipt to avoid constructive possession.
Extreme care must be taken when handling firearms to prevent accidental firing or obliteration of evidence. Loaded weapons should not be entered into evidence.
Law enforcement personnel must take necessary precautions when handling any substance suspected of containing Fentanyl or its derivatives, especially during field testing.
Fentanyl field testing should only be conducted by two people, with one being a Uniformed Crime Scene Investigator and the other available in case of accidental exposure.
Fentanyl field testing should be conducted in an open, well-ventilated area with suitable personal protective equipment, such as gloves, dust masks, eye protection, and coveralls.
Unknown or suspicious substances should be reported to 9-1-1 Communications, and the St. Lucie Fire District should be contacted for joint unified command responsibilities and screening the material for potential threats.
Exculpatory evidence must be documented and forwarded to the State Attorney's Office. Prescription medication should only be collected for safekeeping if there are no alternative means, and its description must be documented in detail in OSSI. It should be returned to the owner after verification and documentation, photo identification, and signing a hold harmless agreement.

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Test your knowledge on handling evidence and suspected Fentanyl with this informative quiz. Learn about the proper procedures for marking, packaging, and storing evidence, as well as the necessary precautions for handling substances containing Fentanyl. This quiz is essential for law enforcement personnel and anyone interested in learning about evidence handling protocols. Try it out now and see how much you know!