Crime Scene | Forensic Magazine

Evidence Collection

Investigating Beyond the Fender Bender
When responding to multiple car accidents, hit and runs, fatalities, and high speed chases, officers can benefit by calling in Crime Scene Officers to assist with the investigation.
Touch DNA: From the Crime Scene to the Crime Laboratory
While touch DNA has become a much requested and successful test for DNA laboratories to perform, we must remember its limitations and be aware of the factors which may affect the results.
Properly Packaging Evidence
Preserving and maintaining evidence collected at a scene is crucial. The key is understanding evidence and understanding the proper way to package it.

Photography & Video

Crime Scene 360
In addition to your typical crime scene photography, it is not too difficult to capture the panoramic images necessary to create a virtual tour of the scene.
Evidence Photography: Thinking Outside The Box
Photography illustrating your case report can strengthen your case and corroborate your narrative.
Impression Evidence: The Right Materials for the Job
Impression evidence from tire tracks, footprints, tool marks, extruder marks on different casings, etc. can be just as important in making your case as DNA or fingerprints.

Crime Scene Procedures

Investigating Beyond the Fender Bender
When responding to multiple car accidents, hit and runs, fatalities, and high speed chases, officers can benefit by calling in Crime Scene Officers to assist with the investigation.
Properly Packaging Evidence
Preserving and maintaining evidence collected at a scene is crucial. The key is understanding evidence and understanding the proper way to package it.
Crime Scene Checklists: Customizing the List
In this column, I’ll discuss how to customize a basic checklist to make it work for specific types of scenes.

Crime Scene Equipment

Setting the Standard: Maintaining Professionalism
In this column, we’ll look at some ways to set a high level of professionalism even when you’re watching the bottom line.
Money Matters: Making the Most of Your CSI Budget
With today’s challenging economy, we all need to figure out the most cost effective ways to do our jobs. By doing your research and planning accordingly, you’ll stretch your department’s dollars without sacrificing quality.
Crime Scene Basics
When it comes to processing a scene, you need to focus on the basics. Knowing what evidence to look for and how to prevent contamination is essential.