Impression Evidence

This type of evidence is created when one object is pressed against another material with force.

• Impression Evidence

• Testimonial Evidence

• DNA Evidence

• Fiber Evidence

How are shoeprints and tire tracks similar in terms of impression evidence?

• They both provide evidence of airborne objects

• They both provide evidence of sound waves

• They both provide evidence of contact between an object and a surface.

• They both provide evidence of temperature changes

Why is it important to document and preserve impression evidence properly?

• To make the evidence more difficult to analyze

• To ensure the admissibility and effectiveness of the evidence in investigations and court proceedings.

• To allow for tampering with the evidence

• To save time and resources

Which of the following is a method used to collect impression evidence?

• Photographing and measuring all impression evidence

• Ignoring minor impressions

• Using water instead of Plaster of Paris

• Collecting only visible evidence

What is the primary purpose of analyzing impression evidence in forensic science?

• To determine the emotional state of a suspect

• To find unique characteristics to link objects at a crime scene

• To predict the future crimes

• To assess the value of stolen items

What 3-D method of collecting Impression evidence uses a dental stone or mixture to preserve the dimensional characteristics of the print?

• Photography

• Inking

• Dusting

• Casting

Describe the role of impression evidence in linking a suspect to a crime scene.

• Impression evidence is irrelevant in linking a suspect to a crime scene

• Impression evidence helps match the impressions found at the scene to those of the suspect's belongings or vehicle.

• Impression evidence is only used in civil cases, not criminal cases

• Impression evidence can only be used to identify the victim, not the suspect

Which of the following is an example of impression evidence that can be used to identify a suspect in a criminal investigation?

• DNA samples

• Tire tracks

• Eyewitness testimony

• Surveillance video

When analyzing shoe tread patterns at a crime scene, which of the following factors is most important to consider for accurate identification?

• The color of the shoe

• The size and depth of the tread pattern

• The brand of the shoe

• The age of the shoe

A forensic expert is examining a bite mark found on a victim. Which of the following steps should the expert take to ensure the bite mark is properly analyzed?

• Compare the bite mark to dental records of potential suspects

• Measure the distance between the teeth marks

• Photograph the bite mark with a scale for reference

• All of the above