Forensic Evidence and Lab Procedures

The video tutorial guides students through a ballistics and spatter lab assignment. It covers downloading necessary materials, analyzing evidence from a crime scene, and following lab instructions. Students are expected to discuss their findings, reconstruct events, and address any inconsistencies with the official version of events. The lab is due on January 23rd, and students should not feel overwhelmed as long as they follow the steps provided.

What is the due date for the Ballistics and Spatter Lab?

• February 10th

• February 1st

• January 23rd

• January 15th

Which two documents are essential to download for the lab?

• Evidence pack and laboratory instructions

• Witness statements and suspect profiles

• Crime scene photos and autopsy report

• Ballistics report and blood spatter analysis

What type of information is included in the evidence pack?

• Courtroom testimonies

• Suspect interviews

• Crime scene sketches and blood spatter data

• Weather conditions

What additional information is provided in the evidence pack besides blood spatter?

• Suspect interviews

• Weather conditions

• Ballistics information and autopsy results

• Courtroom testimonies

What is the first step in the lab instructions after reviewing the evidence pack?

• Examining blood spatter data

• Presenting findings

• Writing a report

• Conducting interviews

What should be done after analyzing the lab results?

• Submit the report

• Interview witnesses

• Conduct further experiments

• Participate in a discussion

What is required in the discussion about the lab?

• A detailed weather report

• A step-by-step reconstruction of events

• A list of suspects

• A summary of the lab

What should be included in the reconstruction of events?

• Weather forecasts

• Unrelated case studies

• Blood spatter and ballistic evidence

• Personal opinions

What should you discuss regarding inconsistencies?

• Differences in weather conditions

• Inconsistencies between your reconstruction and the official version

• Discrepancies in witness testimonies

• Variations in suspect statements

What is the key to not feeling overwhelmed by the lab details?

• Focusing only on the autopsy results

• Skipping the discussion

• Completing the evidence pack and following step-by-step instructions

• Ignoring the instructions