Forensic Science Basics

These flashcards cover key concepts related to forensic science and crime scene investigation as discussed in the lecture notes.

Crime Lab

A facility that conducts scientific analysis of crime-related evidence.

Expert Witness

A person with specialized knowledge, who testifies in court regarding evidence.

Crime Scene Investigation (CSI)

The process of collecting, preserving, and analyzing evidence from a crime scene.

Chain of Custody

The process of maintaining and documenting the handling of evidence.

Secure the Scene

The first step in a crime scene protocol, ensuring the area is safe and inaccessible to unauthorized persons.

Photography in CSI

The use of photographs to document the crime scene as evidence.

Crime Scene Drawing

A visual representation of the crime scene, often used in court.

Physical Evidence Collection

The process of gathering items from the crime scene for analysis.

Protocol in Crime Scene Investigation

A set of guidelines and procedures to follow when investigating a crime scene.

Draft of Crime Scene

An initial sketch or representation that outlines the crime scene layout before finalizing.