Photography
3 "types" or "levels" of photographs
CSIs must ___________ boundaries to ensure all areas of concern are included
reassess
Notes/Report
Photographs
Sketch
We must remember that ANY search we conduct is __________
intrusive
Definition of "in-situ"
As is, as found
What feature should be turned OFF when video recording a crime scene?
SOUND
Why do we establish a 2nd perimeter
working area, equipment storage, trash, supervisors and others can be briefed without entering the scene
List 4 types of PPE for the CSI?
gloves, masks, eye protection, tyvek suits, booties, N-95, respirator
The type/style of searching CSI's perform doesn't necessarily matter, so long as it is_________________
The purpose of processing is to collect as much information and evidence as possible, in as _______ a condition as possible
Pristine
What is the method for bloodstain and trajectory photographs?
How can we keep supervisors/unnecessary personnel out of the scene?
Make them wear PPE
They must be entered onto log and hence become witnesses, and must write report
Provide photos, video or even scans of scene remotely
What is the MOST critical element of crime scene processing
DOCUMENTATION!!
And we accomplish this through: Notes/reports, photos, sketches
List 3 of the 5 search patterns
Point to Point
Descriptive Set
3 Major Things Required for Good Photographs
control of camera
proper use of camera controls and features
proper composition of the photo
How do we decide if we'll use Area or Functional Approach to scene processing?
single or multiple scenes
available resources
size of scene
order of activity and/or specialties needed
“I see no more than you, but I have trained myself to notice __________________.” ~ Sherlock Holmes
Go back in sequence, start over at Step 1
What does PPE stand for
Personal Protective Equipment
What must be present in photographs of evidence items?
Scale, Evidence Marker
How should a homicide victim's hands be protected for transport to Medical Examiner/Coroner's Office?
List 3 of the 6 Basic Crime Scene Activities
Assessing, Observing, Documenting, Searching
Collecting, Processing/Analyzing
When searching we should always begin with the __________________ intrusive method
LEAST
injury or disease that leads to death
Cause