Evidence Collection and Handling Procedures

The video tutorial explains the proper method for collecting, preserving, and analyzing evidence at a crime scene. It covers the use of binder paper to preserve evidence, packaging it in a plastic bag, sealing and labeling the bag, and maintaining the chain of custody. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using gloves and tweezers to avoid contamination and provides detailed steps for each part of the process.

What is the first step in collecting evidence at a crime scene?

• Labeling the evidence

• Taking photographs

• Gathering necessary materials

• Interviewing witnesses

Why is it important to use tweezers and gloves when handling evidence?

• To ensure the evidence is visible

• To make the process faster

• To prevent contamination with personal evidence

• To avoid damaging the evidence

What should be included in the evidence collection sheet?

• The weather conditions

• The suspect's name

• A description of the evidence and location

• The officer's badge number

How should the evidence bag be sealed to ensure integrity?

• By stapling it shut

• By folding the top

• With a rubber band

• With adhesive tape diagonally across the seal

What is the purpose of writing your name on both the tape and the bag?

• To personalize the evidence

• To ensure the evidence is not tampered with

• To make it look professional

• To identify the type of evidence

What should the second person do after opening the evidence bag?

• Discard the old tape

• Analyze the evidence and update the chain of custody

• Take a photograph of the evidence

• Seal the bag with a new color tape

How should the evidence bag be opened for analysis?

• By using a zipper

• By unsealing the top

• By cutting one side of the bag

• By tearing it open

What should be done after analyzing the evidence?

• Leave the bag open for further analysis

• Discard the evidence

• Seal the bag with a new piece of tape with your name

• Return the evidence to the crime scene

Why is it important to maintain a proper chain of custody?

• To ensure evidence is not lost

• To make the process faster

• To allow multiple people to analyze the evidence

• To prevent unauthorized access and ensure integrity

What should be done if there are any questions about the evidence collection process?

• Guess the correct procedure

• Ignore the questions

• Refer to the notes left on the Lockart lab

• Contact the police department