Forensics Semester Exam Review

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What is Direct Evidence?

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Direct Evidence includes evidence that directly links a suspect to a crime, such as eyewitness accounts or victim's testimony. It does not include physical evidence like blood left at the scene.

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What is the Chain of Custody?

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The Chain of Custody is a written record of all individuals who have had possession of an item of evidence, ensuring its integrity and reliability in court.

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How are Fibers classified?

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Fibers are classified as either natural fibers (derived from plants or animals) or synthetic fibers (man-made).

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What are the types of Medulla in hair?

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The types of Medulla in hair include Fragmented, Continuous, Interrupted/Intermittent, and Absent.

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What is the difference between Class Evidence and Individual Evidence?

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Class Evidence can be linked to a group (e.g., shoe size), while Individual Evidence can be linked to a specific source (e.g., unique wear patterns on a shoe).

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What is an example of Class Evidence?

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An example of Class Evidence is a shoe print that matches a specific brand and size.

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What is an example of Individual Evidence?

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An example of Individual Evidence is a fingerprint that matches a specific individual.

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What is the significance of Eyewitness Testimony?

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Eyewitness Testimony is significant as it can provide direct evidence of a crime, but it can also be unreliable due to memory errors.

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What role does Physical Evidence play in forensics?

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Physical Evidence, such as fingerprints, hair, and fibers, can link a suspect to a crime scene and is crucial for forensic investigations.

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What is the purpose of a Crime Scene Investigation?

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The purpose of a Crime Scene Investigation is to collect and analyze evidence to reconstruct the events of a crime.