Document Handling and Analysis Techniques

The video tutorial provides guidance on handling and analyzing questioned documents and impressions in forensic investigations. It emphasizes the importance of careful handling to avoid damaging evidence, offers specific dos and don'ts for managing footwear and tire impressions, and outlines proper packaging and transport methods. Additional resources are provided for further assistance.

What areas of expertise does the question document section provide to Georgia's law enforcement?

• DNA analysis

• Cybersecurity

• Ballistics

• Handwriting and altered document analysis

What is the best way to avoid damaging a document during handling?

• Fold it neatly

• Handle it as little as possible

• Staple it for security

• Place it under other documents

What is the risk of placing property tags on questioned items?

• They are too expensive

• They are difficult to remove

• They might get lost

• They can transfer impressions

Why should original documents be submitted for handwriting examinations?

• They provide the most accurate results

• They are easier to store

• They are more durable

• They are less expensive to process

What should never be done to a stamp or seal?

• Label it

• Clean it

• Store it safely

• Use it frequently

What should never be done to plaster casts of footwear or tire impressions?

• Clean the soil from them

• Package them in cardboard boxes

• Keep them flat

• Allow them to dry

What type of box is recommended for packaging gel lifts?

• Pizza boxes

• Plastic bags

• Metal boxes

• Glass containers

What should be done if a cardboard box is not available for a gel lift?

• Replace the original plastic cover

• Wrap it in cloth

• Leave it exposed

• Use a plastic bag

What is the purpose of using a roller on a gel lift?

• To clean the lift

• To prevent air pockets

• To add texture

• To flatten the lift

Where can you find the most up-to-date information on document and impression handling?

• Community center

• Local library

• Regional crime laboratory

• Police station