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Which of the following is an important step in evidence packaging and preservation?
Which of the following is an important step in evidence packaging and preservation?
- Using non-transparent containers
- Using containers that are easily breakable
- Using airtight containers to prevent contamination (correct)
- Leaving evidence exposed to the elements
What should be done before packaging and preserving evidence?
What should be done before packaging and preserving evidence?
- Cleaning the evidence thoroughly
- Using excessive force to collect the evidence
- Ignoring any trace evidence (correct)
- Handling the evidence with bare hands
Why is it important to properly label evidence during packaging and preservation?
Why is it important to properly label evidence during packaging and preservation?
- To make the packaging look more organized
- To create unnecessary paperwork
- To ensure the evidence is properly stored (correct)
- To confuse investigators
Which of the following is NOT a suitable material for evidence packaging?
Which of the following is NOT a suitable material for evidence packaging?
What is the purpose of using tamper-evident seals on evidence packaging?
What is the purpose of using tamper-evident seals on evidence packaging?
Why is it important to document the condition of evidence before packaging and preservation?
Why is it important to document the condition of evidence before packaging and preservation?