Pasco Sheriff's Office General Order 83.1 PDF

PASCO SHERIFF’S OFFICE GENERAL ORDER TITLE: COLLECTION, PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION OF EVIDENCE GENERAL ORDER: 83.1 EFFECTIVE: AUGUST 5, 2024 SUPERSEDES: MARCH 22, 2023 ACCREDITATION STANDARDS:...

PASCO SHERIFF’S OFFICE GENERAL ORDER TITLE: COLLECTION, PROCESSING AND PRESERVATION OF EVIDENCE GENERAL ORDER: 83.1 EFFECTIVE: AUGUST 5, 2024 SUPERSEDES: MARCH 22, 2023 ACCREDITATION STANDARDS: CFA 27.01, 27.02, 27.03, 27.14, 27.16 PAGES: 13 CONTENTS: This order consists of the following numbered sections: I. CRIME SCENE RESPONSIBILITY II. EVIDENCE PROCESSING III. PHYSICAL EVIDENCE COLLECTION IV. DIGITAL EVIDENCE COLLECTION V. FINGERPRINTS VI. CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY VII. VIDEO RECORDINGS VIII. CRIME SCENE SKETCHES IX. BIOHAZARDOUS MATERIALS X. FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION XI. VEHICLES XII. EVIDENCE DOCUMENTATION XIII. LABORATORY SUBMISSIONS XIV. TRAINING XV. GLOSSARY PURPOSE: To establish procedures for the location, documentation, collection, processing, and preservation of evidence at a crime scene. SCOPE: This order applies to all members involved in the processing of crime scenes or evidence handling. 1  G.O. 83.1 POLICY: Deputies, detectives, and Forensic Investigators will identify, record, preserve, collect, and store evidence recovered at crime scenes in conformance to this order. PROCEDURE: I. CRIME SCENE RESPONSIBILITY: A. Deputy Responsibility: The first deputy to arrive at a crime scene is responsible for securing the scene to reduce the risk of damage, loss, or movement of evidence. Access to the scene will be restricted to essential persons. Deputies will be responsible for the following: [CFA 27.01] 1. Recording the names of persons who enter or leave the crime scene. The names can be documented in an incident report for crime scenes requiring minimal latent investigation, and on a Crime Scene Log [PCSO 3-0071] for all serious crimes. 2. Photographing, diagramming, and sketching the scene, if applicable. 3. Protecting, collecting, and preserving the evidence. 4. Collecting latent fingerprints and listing suspect information on latent envelope or completing a Request for Examination of Physical Evidence for comparison reasons through the Forensic Services online ticketing system. 5. Processing scenes that require minimal latent investigation. B. Supervisor Responsibility: A supervisor may authorize the call-out of a Forensic Investigator for major crime scenes, cases of substantial property loss, or when extensive processing is required. Forensics Investigators are available 24 hours a day. The supervisor will request an on duty or on-call Forensic Investigator through the Pasco County Department of Emergency Services (911). [CFA 27.03, CFA 27.16] C. Forensic Investigator Responsibility: A Forensic Investigator dispatched to a scene will respond in an agency-issued vehicle with equipment necessary to document the crime scene; recover latent fingerprints; and collect and preserve physical evidence. This equipment includes, but is not limited to: 1. Fingerprint powder, brushes, tape and cards; 2. Cameras and memory card; 3. Scanning device; 4. Storage containers, paper and plastic bags; 5. Paper, pencils and pens; and, 6. Biohazard containers and labels. 2  G.O. 83.1 Forensics Investigators may assist other agencies, pursuant to mutual aid agreements, as needed and with approval. D. Detective Responsibility: The detective/deputy assigned to investigate a crime scene is responsible for the coordination of members at the scene. The detective may release the crime scene only when the collection of evidence has been completed. II. EVIDENCE PROCESSING: A. Processing Responsibility: One deputy or detective will be designated to process evidence unless a Forensic Investigator has been dispatched to the crime scene. B. Evidence Search: A systematic approach will be used when searching for evidence to ensure that hidden evidence is not overlooked. The overall scene will be studied first because the relationship between evidentiary items may be important. III. PHYSICAL EVIDENCE COLLECTION: A. Collection: Evidence will be collected, labeled, and packaged according to the Property and Evidence Packaging Manual so it will be preserved in a manner conducive to future processing, and a chain of custody maintained. [CFA 27.01] 1. Evidence Preservation: The condition of evidence found at a crime scene will be preserved by limiting the scene access to only those individuals necessary for the investigation. Crime scene tape will be placed around the perimeter of the crime scene to prevent unauthorized access, when practical. Protective clothing, to include disposable gloves, disposable face masks, and shoe covers, may be worn to protect fluid and fiber evidence. These procedures will limit the disturbance of evidentiary items and the introduction of foreign materials. [CFA 27.01] 2. Sample Collection: A complete evidence sample will be collected at a crime scene when possible and practical. Obtaining complete samples may include the impounding of materials/objects upon which fluids, liquids, and physiological evidence are found. These materials may include, but are not limited to: [CFA 27.01] a. Bed sheets; b. Carpeting; and, c. Clothing. 3. Biological Evidence Collection: Perishable biological materials will be refrigerated, as soon as possible, in the secured area of the Property and Evidence Section or designated refrigerators at district Property Evidence pickup locations. These materials will remain refrigerated until the prosecuting agency has approved its destruction. The preparation and handling of the evidence will be done in accordance with the FDLE Crime Laboratory Evidence Submission Manual. Refrigerated evidence includes liquid urine and blood. [CFA 27.01, CFA 27.14] 3  G.O. 83.1 4. DNA Evidence Collection: DNA can be obtained from biological specimens left at crime scenes. Biological specimens most often encountered include blood, seminal fluid or saliva. a. First responders must not disturb possible biological specimens and should secure the scene as outlined in Section I, A. of this general order. b. Biological specimens will only be collected, stored, and transported in accordance with the FDLE Crime Laboratory Evidence Submission Manual as it relates to serology/DNA evidence. c. Only Forensic Investigators or detectives trained in the collection of DNA evidence will collect biological specimens at crime scenes. d. Pursuant to FS 943.326, the case detective/deputy is responsible for submitting collected biological specimens in sexual assault investigations to the FDLE Laboratory for DNA analysis within 30 days of receipt of such evidence. [CFA 27.14] 5. Medication Collection: Prescription medications seized during a death investigation must be impounded, individually counted and documented on the property receipt. a. Deputies conducting a death investigation involving transport to the Medical Examiner’s Office will obtain a signature from the MEO investigator or their transport personnel on a Chain of Custody form (PSO #20219) acknowledging receipt of the medication. Medications shall be individually listed on the Chain of Custody form. b. Only when the death is determined to be natural and the decedent’s physician agrees to sign the death certificate, the deputy may combine all the medications as a single item with the total package weight documented. Deputies will enter the medication into EvidenceOnQ and submit it to Property and Evidence with a status of “For Destruction.” 6. Liquid Collection: Proper containers will be used for the collection and storage of liquid evidence. Vials and small plastic collection bottles will be used to prevent spillage and contamination. The containers will be sealed with evidence tape, initialed, and placed in a paper evidence bag. The evidence bag will be properly marked and identified with a biohazard warning, if applicable. [CFA 27.01] B. Evidence Marking: Items will be marked so not to damage or contaminate the evidence. Items that cannot or should not be marked, such as hair, paint, stains, bullets, or items submitted for latent print processing will be placed in a suitable container that will be sealed and marked. [CFA 27.01] C. Packaging: Certain items of evidence require distinct packaging methods. The type of evidence seized will be the determining factor for the packaging method utilized. These methods include: 1. Plastic Bags: Plastic bags are suitable for small, dry objects not requiring serological 4  G.O. 83.1 analysis, but are primarily used for money and narcotics. J e w e l r y m u s t b e p a c k a g e d i n a p l a s t i c b a g b e f o r e s u b m i s s i o n t o P r o p e r t y & E v i d e n c e. Damp or biological items will not be placed in plastic bags. 2. Paper Bags: Paper bags are suitable for dry objects or for wrapping garments or large items. Paper bags can be sealed around the end or over areas of large items, such as tools, safes, and vehicle bumpers to prevent the loss of adhering evidence. Evidence will be placed in the paper bag, closed, sealed at the opening with evidence tape, and marked with the member’s initials. D. Labeling: If the size of an item prohibits placement in an evidence bag, a completed property tag will be attached directly to the item. [CFA 27.01] E. Wet Evidence: Wet items submitted for evidence processing will first be submitted to the Forensic Services Section for drying. A Forensic Investigator will respond to assist a deputy with the drying process. A Forensic Investigator will air-dry the evidence in a secured area. [CFA 27.01] Wet metal items may require consultation with a Forensic Investigator. IV. DIGITAL EVIDENCE COLLECTION: A. Axon Evidence will serve as the agency’s primary digital evidence management system. Digital files contained within the system include but are not limited to: 1. Body Worn Camera recordings. BWC recordings will be uploaded and maintained as outlined in General Order 41.21. 2. Photographs. Digital photographs are captured and stored as outlined in Section VI. 3. Support Documents. 4. Video and audio recordings. B. Digital evidence can be uploaded directly into Axon Evidence or via the Axon Capture App, Upload XT, or via Axon Communities. C. Digital evidence shall be tagged with the case/event number and categorized with appropriate retention category(ies) as outlined in General Order 41.21 within seven (7) calendar days of upload. Members out on leave must tag and categorize uploads upon their next scheduled shift. D. Evidence Access Control. Axon Evidence uses access classes to control access to digital evidence. Each piece of evidence in Axon Evidence is assigned to one of the following access classes: 1. Unrestricted – Evidence generally defaults to unrestricted. All sworn law enforcement and civilian positions who directly support investigations have access to unrestricted evidence. Axon Evidence tracks access to digital evidence in audit logs. Members shall access digital evidence for official purposes only. Members who access digital evidence may document the 5  G.O. 83.1 reason for access in the evidence notes section. The case officer responsible for an investigation can apply additional access control as outlined below. 2. Restricted – Used for basic access control. Typical uses include sensitive cases such as homicides, officer-involved shootings, intelligence reports, undercover investigations. When evidence is classified as restricted, only members who have access to restricted evidence will be able to view it. Additional members may be added at the discretion of the case agent or supervisor as necessary for the investigation. 3. Confidential – Used for extremely sensitive investigations or when dissemination is restricted or prohibited by statute, such as professional standards investigations, expunged records, cases involving confidential informants, child pornography, etc. When applying confidential access control, the member will need to identify groups or members who need access to the evidence. Access should be granted as narrowly as possible. a. Any video or image depicting the genitalia, nudity, or sexual activity of a minor, or an individual suspected of being a minor, should be classified as Confidential. Access should be granted to the sergeant of the appropriate investigative unit, who can subsequently grant access to the evidence as necessary. V. FINGERPRINTS: A. Fingerprint Preservation: Processing an item for latent fingerprints as soon as possible will assist in preventing contamination or destruction of possible ridge detail. Items not processed at the crime scene will be packaged in appropriate paper packaging until processing is complete. The use of disposable gloves is required when processing for latent prints. B. Fingerprint Types: An attempt will be made to obtain latent fingerprints from items found at the crime scene. The member processing the crime scene will determine what items and/or areas may contain latent fingerprints. Fingerprints are divided into four categories that include: 1. Patent Fingerprints: Patent fingerprints are visible to the naked eye and are found in blood, ink, grease, or some foreign material/substance. Photographs of the visible fingerprint, with scale, will be taken for comparison purposes. When photographing such items, it is important to have the scale on the same plane as the ridge detail and the lens of the camera 90 degrees to the subject matter. 2. Plastic or Impression Fingerprints: Plastic or impression fingerprints are visible and are found in soft substances such as clay or tacky paint. Photographs of visible fingerprints will be taken with a scale for comparison purposes. When photographing such items, it is important to have the scale on the same plane as the impression and the lens of the camera 90 degrees to the subject matter. 3. Latent Fingerprints: Latent fingerprints are not visible to the naked eye and must be developed. The member doing the processing will determine the method to be utilized. Smooth, non-porous surfaces are the easiest and most desirable from which to obtain latent prints. Standard latent fingerprint processing can be accomplished using the following procedure: 6  G.O. 83.1 a. Brush the area to be processed with a small amount of latent print powder in a gentle, circular motion. b. Place transparent tape over the developed ridge detail. c. Lift the visible ridge detail onto the bottom of the adhesive side of the tape. d. Place the tape onto the front of the latent lift card [PCSO 3-0067]. e. Ensure that the back of the lift card is fully filled out with a diagram and directionality arrows as needed. 4. Livescan and Rolled Ink Fingerprints: Livescan prints are housed with the FDLE Fingerprint database and any rolled ink fingerprint cards are maintained within the appropriate case jacket. C. Fingerprint Labeling: When latent fingerprints are developed and lifted, the following will be recorded on the latent lift card. 1. The case number, date, lift location, and offense type along with the name and CJIS of the member lifting the ridge detail will be placed in the area provided on the back of the card. Diagram area shall be utilized as well as directionality arrows as needed. 2. The transparent tape containing the lifted ridge detail will be placed in the area provided on the front of the card. The member who lifted the ridge detail will mark the area where the tape and card meet. D. Routing: Completed latent lift cards will be placed in a lift card envelope. The envelope will be entered into Evidence OnQ and submitted to the Property and Evidence Section for temporary storage. Latent Print Examiners will retrieve the latent lift cards from Property/Evidence. E. Storage: Latent lift cards will be checked out to a Latent Print Examiner and stored, by case number, in file cabinets in the Forensic Services Section. All suitable latent data will be entered into the database and compared as noted. VI. CRIME SCENE PHOTOGRAPHY: A. Photographs: Members will take all reasonable measures to maintain the integrity of digital images as evidence. A case officer, supervisor, or Forensic Investigator will photograph all significant aspects of a crime scene. The overall crime scene will be photographed to provide a spatial relationship to individual items photographed. When practicable, evidence will not be disturbed or moved until it has been photographed in its original position. 1. Scale Reference: An agency business card or case card [PSO 3-0066] will be used to identify an injury or item size, when applicable. A scale is required when photographing items such as injuries or items that may be used in a 1:1 comparison such as shoe and tire impressions/prints, fingerprints, and tool marks. When photographing such items, it is 7  G.O. 83.1 important to have the scale on the same plane as, and the lens of the camera 90 degrees to, the subject matter. A duplicate photograph will be taken without the scale with identical camera position and lighting background. 2. Fixed Objects: The dimensions of fixed objects in the photographs will provide a scale reference. 3. Forensic Investigators will complete a case card [PSO 3-0066] with the case number, date, address, and photographer’s name, printed legibly in bold dark ink. It shall be the first image taken for each case. Multiple cases may be photographed and stored on one memory card; however, a case card will be completed and photographed as the first image for each case. After each case, the photographer will review the photos for quality. 4. The photographer shall not, under any circumstances, delete any captured images prior to permanent storage in Evidence.com even in the event the desired composition of the image is not achieved. Also, the photographer shall not change the settings of the camera or record the images to the internal memory without supervisor approval. B. Deputies and detectives taking photos shall use agency-issued phones and will do so through the Axon Capture app. Forensic Investigators will use assigned DSLR cameras. Photographs shall be uploaded to Evidence.com as outlined in section IV. C. Documentation: Photographs should be taken during the preliminary and investigative phases of cases involving homicide, sexual battery, arson, robbery, aggravated assault/battery, and other serious crimes. If not taken, the case officer will document the supporting explanation. VII. VIDEO RECORDINGS: Members will record the date, time, location, and case number when evidentiary photographs and video recordings are taken. Video recordings will not be used as the sole method of photographic evidence, but as a supplement to still photographs. Video recordings will not include a sound recording. A case officer may request, however, to narrate or designate a narrator for the video recording. Completed video recordings will be uploaded to Evidence.com with the case/event number and classification added. VIII. CRIME SCENE SKETCHES: A. Requirements: A case officer or Forensic Investigator may sketch a crime scene, if necessary. The sketch will include only the essential objects of the crime scene and the relationship to each other. Scene sketches will include the following: 1. An arrow showing the direction of north; 2. Physical dimensions and measurements; 3. Measured distance from a known fixed point of reference, i.e. power pole, roadway or building. Power poles must have a company serial number for location purposes; 4. The specific address including floor, apartment, or room number; 8  G.O. 83.1 5. The location of significant features at the scene including the victim and items of evidence; 6. The date and time the sketch was drawn; 7. Name of the individual preparing the sketch; 8. Case number, type of investigation; 9. Notation, “Not to Scale”; and 10. A legend that indicates what items are in the sketch. B. Routing: A case officer that completes an original sketch will maintain the sketch in a master case file. A Forensic Investigator that completes an original sketch will submit the sketch to the Records Section for retention. IX. BIOHAZARDOUS MATERIALS: A. Exposure Prevention: Exposure to blood borne pathogens such as HIV and Hepatitis B can occur by the accidental exposure to contaminated blood or body fluids on sharps. The following safety considerations will be adhered to by members handling biohazardous evidence. 1. The exterior of all packages and containers will be marked with the international biohazard symbol and label if the package contains liquid or dry blood, body-packed contraband, body parts, syringes, body fluids such as semen, vaginal fluid, or urine, and unknown fluids. 2. Liquids, to include blood and urine, will be packaged in containers that can accommodate the full contents and prevent leakage during handling, transport, and storage. B. Contaminated Evidence Packaging: Sharps, contaminated by blood or body fluid, will be packaged in rigid, puncture resistant, leak proof containers that bear the international biohazard symbol and label. “WARNING: CONTAINS SHARPS” will be written on the exterior of the packaging by the submitting member. C. Uncontaminated Evidence Packaging: Glass objects/shards will be packaged to prevent breakage. Knives, razor blades, and other uncontaminated items will be secured within cardboard or in a box. The exterior of each package containing sharps will be marked: “WARNING: CONTAINS SHARPS.” X. FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION: A. Packaging: All firearms will be unloaded before packaging. Firearms and ammunition will not be packaged together. Firearms that do not contain latent or blood evidence will be packaged in a box. All firearms will be rendered safe and have a completed evidence tag attached. All bullets and cartridge casings from the tagged weapon will be packaged separately in a paper evidence bag. Firearms and single magazines must be secured to the box using a zip tie as outlined in the Property and Evidence Packaging Manual. 9  G.O. 83.1 B. Latent Evidence: Firearms that contain latent or blood evidence will be rendered safe and packaged in a box. The exterior of the box will be labeled: “WARNING: CONTAINS FIREARM” and “WARNING: BIOHAZARD” for evidence that has biohazard materials or substances. C. Specialized Collection of Cartridge Casings for the M-Vac System: Certain cases may require the processing of spent cartridge casings for DNA. This determination will be made by the case detective as soon as possible so that on scene personnel can remain out of the area of the cartridge casings. All members must put on gloves and a facial mask before coming within 6 feet of the cartridge casings. 1. Cartridge casings shall be collected by Forensic Investigators or detectives using the following procedure: a. Remove a sterile wooden stick from its protective cover. b. Insert the stick in the open end of the casing and pick it up. A close-up photograph can be taken while the casing is on the stick. c. Place the casing in a glassine envelope. Label and seal the envelope. 2. The same stick can be used for collection of all casings within a grouping. However, each casing should be packaged individually in a glassine envelope. XI. VEHICLES: A. Processing: Vehicles that are, or contain, evidence of a crime will be examined and processed for fingerprints and other forms of evidence during the criminal investigation. All items removed from a vehicle will be treated as evidence and marked and packaged as required. B. Security: Vehicles requiring processing to such an extent that an on-scene examination is not practical, will be impounded and removed to a secure area where exposure to the elements is minimal. The vehicle will be secured. All openings sealed with evidence tape, if appropriate. A Forensic Investigator will process vehicles stored in this manner. C. Vehicle Release: A vehicle impounded for evidentiary purposes may be released to the owner or agent only when processing is completed and release is authorized by the case officer. XII. EVIDENCE DOCUMENTATION: A. Chain of Custody: Evidence will be submitted electronically via Evidence on Q. In the event of a computer failure, a Property Receipt (PSO Form #3-0076) may be utilized. Whenever a transfer of custody of physical evidence takes place, it will be documented on the property receipt to include the following: 1. The date, time and method of transfer; [CFA 27.02] 2. Receiving person’s name and responsibility; and, [CFA 27.02] 10  G.O. 83.1 3. Reason for the transfer. [CFA 27.02] B. Crime Scene Records: A Forensic Investigator who processes a crime scene will prepare a report supplement for inclusion in the case detective/deputy’s file. Documentation on the supplemental report will include: 1. Case number and type of offense; 2. Date and time of arrival at the crime scene; 3. Name and ID number of the reporting member; 4. Date of supplement; 5. Victim’s name; and, 6. Description of the Forensic Investigator’s investigation including a brief description of any photos taken. XIII. LABORATORY SUBMISSIONS: A. Responsibility: The case detective/deputy is responsible for requesting a laboratory analysis of evidence. Property/Evidence personnel are responsible for submitting evidence to the laboratory for analysis, unless submitted by the case officer or a designee. B. Request Documentation: All evidence submitted to a laboratory will be in accordance with the guidelines established in the FDLE Crime Laboratory Evidence Submission Manual. Submissions to the FBI lab or to a private laboratory will be accompanied with a letter from the appropriate supervisor requesting an analysis. Evidence requiring laboratory analysis by the FDLE lab will be accompanied by a completed FDLE Request for Examination of Physical Evidence form [FDLE 50-001, rev. 2/06]. C. Receipt Documentation: A Contributor Receipt Copy of the Request for Examination of Physical Evidence form must be obtained from the FDLE lab employee who receives the evidence into the laboratory. Information on the receipt will include the date and time of receipt at the laboratory, and the name and signature of the person receiving the evidence. [CFA 27.02] D. Control Sample: When evidence must be sent to a laboratory for analysis, a control sample of the same material may be submitted, if available. The control sample will be taken from a known source in proximity to the area of the collected evidence. E. Known Standard Sample: When biological evidence is sent to a laboratory for analysis, a known standard sample is necessary for comparison/elimination purposes. F. Time Constraints: Items that are to be submitted to a laboratory for further analysis will be processed according to the listed timetable. If there is a delay in the submission of evidence for any reason, the evidence will be stored in the Property/Evidence Section and the case officer will note the reason in a report supplement. 11  G.O. 83.1 1. Biological tissues will be submitted as soon as possible. 2. Wet items, such as blood and clothing, will be submitted within ten working days after the material has dried. 3. All other physiological fluids or stains will be submitted within ten working days. 4. Pursuant to FS 943.326, SAFE exams and other related DNA evidence will be submitted within 30 days of receipt of such evidence. [CFA 27.14] G. Laboratory Results: Once a case officer submits a pre-log and it is submitted to FDLE, the case officer will be notified electronically when the results are ready. Each case officer has the ability to check the submission status at any time. XIV. TRAINING: A. Initial Training: Deputies are trained in crime scene processing procedures during criminal justice academy classes, and receive further training during the agency’s field training program. B. Specialized Training: Forensic Investigators will receive specialized training conducted through a crime scene processing school and on-the-job training. The specialized training will include; but is not limited to: [CFA 27.03, CFA 27.16] 1. Photography to include all types of crime scenes; 2. Detection and collection of latent fingerprints and palm prints; 3. Detection and collection of foot, tool, and tire impressions; 4. Preparation of crime scene sketches; and, 5. Collection, preservation, and transmission of physical evidence including biological material (DNA/serology). C. In-Service Training: Refresher training will be provided at least annually to all Forensics Services Section members involved in crime scene processing. This training will ensure that members remain proficient in their job tasks and agency procedures. Training topics will include updates in new techniques and equipment. The Forensic Services Section leadership will plan and coordinate such training. [CFA 27.03, CFA 27.16] XV. GLOSSARY: CHAIN OF CUSTODY - The transfer of evidence from one person or place to another. DIGITAL EVIDENCE – As used in this order, any electronic file or data recovered in connection with a criminal incident or other law enforcement investigation. This is not to be confused with electronic evidence as outlined in G.O. 83.3, which refers to the collection, handling, and 12  G.O. 83.1 processing of computers, devices, drives, servers, and other media for any probative information stored or transmitted in digital format therein. Extractions of data from electronic evidence may be stored as digital evidence in Evidence.com. EVIDENCE - Any substance or material found or recovered in connection with a criminal incident. FDLE CRIME LABORATORY EVIDENCE SUBMISSION MANUAL – Written guidelines for the packaging and submission of evidence to the FDLE for analysis, available via the PSO Property/Evidence Intranet site or the CJNET site. PERIPHERAL - The input/output units and auxiliary storage units of a computer system, attached by cables to the central processing unit (CPU). SHARPS - Any object or device capable of puncturing the skin. Sharps include glass tubes, razor blades, scalpel blades, knives, hypodermic needles, and syringes. INDEXING: BIOHAZARDOUS MATERIALS CHAIN OF CUSTODY COMPUTER SEIZURE CRIME SCENE PROCESSING EVIDENCE FDLE CRIME LABORATORY EVIDENCE SUBMISSION MANUAL FINGERPRINTS FORENSIC SERVICES LABORATORY SUBMISSIONS LATENT LIFT CARDS MEDICATION DISPOSAL PHOTOGRAPHS, CRIME SCENE SEIZING COMPUTERS SHARPS TRAINING, FORENSIC SERVICES DRAFTED: DR/KK / May 27, 2024 / Filed: 83.1 Collection Processing and Preservation of Evidence APPROVED: CHRIS NOCCO, SHERIFF PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA 13