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CRJ 311 UArizona Wk 1 What Are Your Steps in Securing Scene and Evidence Questions

 

Imagine yourself as a forensic technician for a small agency working a crime scene with a brand-new detective. The scenario is based off the Crime 360: Welcome to Homicide video segments. Prior to beginning work on this discussion, please review the following:

You work for a small, rural agency that is just starting their own Crime Scene Response Unit (CSRU). So far, it is just you, and an intern volunteering part time for college credit. Your forensic lab is also limited, and any advanced scientific analysis must be sent out to the State Crime Lab.

You will be working with a new homicide detective (see the video Crime 360: Welcome to Homicide). While Detective Shane has a senior detective helping him, you are still depended on to ensure the forensic piece is handled appropriately.

What are your steps in securing the scene and evidence? What steps will you take to correctly process this scene? Include and specifically address the following:

  • How to thoroughly record a crime scene including searching the scene.
  • What tools or resources will be needed?
  • Packaging physical evidence.
  • Maintaining proper chain of custody.
  • Identify what types of evidence you might hope to find.