General Forensics
What is the study of crime scene evidence?
the study of applying scientific methods and techniques to analyze evidence found at crime scenes or in legal matters
What is the study of human remains to determine identity or cause of death?
Anthropology
What protective clothing is worn to avoid contamination?
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
What term describes the secure perimeter around a crime scene?
Barricade
What type of evidence is left on skin after contact?
impression
What is Locard's Exchange Principle and how does it apply to crime scene investigation?
When 2 objects come in contact they will exchange trace evidence between eachother
This synthetic fiber melts and produces a strong chemical odor
Polyester
What ensures safety when handling biological evidence?
decontamination
What is the first step in processing a crime scene?
securing
What type of forensic evidence can be analyzed to determine a suspect’s presence at a crime scene?
hair
What field analyzes substances like drugs and poisons in forensic science?
Toxicology
What term refers to the evidence chain from collection to courtroom?
chain of custody
What is the safety concern when handling bloodborne pathogens?
Contamination
What is the frye standard?
Evidence is admissible if methodologies or scientific principle is accepted by relevant scientific community
Evidence is presented and the jury decides if it can be used
Offered no guidance on reliability
what steps do you take to establish and maintain a chain of custody?
What is used to identify human remains in forensics?
DNA
What type of evidence is used in forensic pathology to determine cause of death?
Autopsy
What is used to handle delicate evidence at a crime scene?
gloves
What is the name of the ruling that gives the judge the right to decide if the evidence is valid in the trial
Daubert Ruling
if a loop fingerprint opens towards the left what is the name of the print?
ulnar loop
What is the sixth amendment?
A defendant has the right to an attorney that will defend their plea. If they can’t afford one, the court must provide one.
What is the protocol for keeping track of evidence?
Documentation
What is used to document a crime scene before evidence is collected?
photographs
What steps do you take to establish and maintain a chain of custody?