Q2 Forensic Science Flashcard 3

A datum point is a reference point used in forensic science to establish the location of evidence at a crime scene.

Crime scene rough sketches are made at the crime scene to accurately depict the layout and evidence.

No, forensic toxicology was not widely accepted during the 1920s.

A crime scene sketch should be made as soon as possible after the crime is discovered, ideally at the crime scene.

The crime scene sketch is typically drawn by the first responding officer or a designated investigator.

The purpose of a crime scene sketch is to provide a visual representation of the scene, including the location of evidence and the layout.

A rough sketch is a quick, initial drawing made at the crime scene, while a final sketch is a polished version created later, often to scale.

Common tools include graph paper, rulers, compasses, and measuring tapes.

Scale is significant because it allows for accurate representation of distances and sizes in the sketch.

A crime scene sketch should include the date, time, location, names of investigators, and a legend for symbols used.