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What does a positive fracture match indicate?
Which of the following is NOT a type of evidence typically examined for fracture matching?
What is the preferred method for packaging fragile fractured items?
What should you NOT do when dealing with fractured items in the field?
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When should an examiner contact to inquire about remaining examinations?
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What is a key reminder when submitting evidence for fracture matching?
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Which item is suitable for conducting a fracture match examination?
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Which item should be avoided for packaging fractured evidence?
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Study Notes
Trace Evidence: Fracture Match
- The Virginia Department of Forensic Science offers fracture match examinations.
- Fracture matches involve physically fitting items of evidence back together.
- A positive fracture match is conclusive evidence that the fractured materials were once part of a single unit.
- The Trace Evidence Section typically examines evidence such as plastic, vehicle parts, paint, tapes, glass, fabric, ropes, and cordage.
- The examination determines whether or not one or more items were once part of a single unit.
- The guidelines for collecting fractured items advise protecting them from further damage.
- Package broken items in plastic or paper bags or boxes and cushion them with tissue.
- Place particularly fragile items in a box cushioned with tissue.
- Do not attempt a fracture match in the field.
- If a fracture match attempt is successful, the examiner will contact the submitter to inquire about additional necessary examinations.
- A successful fracture match often eliminates the need for further testing.
- Protect evidence from further damage.
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Explore the intricacies of fracture match examinations conducted by the Virginia Department of Forensic Science. This quiz covers the guidelines for collecting and examining fractured evidence, detailing how these pieces can provide conclusive proof of their origins. Test your knowledge on the importance of proper handling and the types of materials involved.
