Documenting Crime Scenes: Best Practices and Techniques

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Documentation

Memorializes actions for future reference.

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Best Practices

Established guidelines for crime scene processing.

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Preparation and Plan of Action

Systematic approach to crime scene investigation.

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Note-taking

Recording observations during the investigation process.

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Contemporaneous Notes

Notes made as events unfold in real-time.

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Complete Notes

Thoroughly detail all actions and observations.

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Crime Scene Photography

Captures visual evidence of the crime scene.

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Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR)

Type of camera used for high-quality images.

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Examination Quality Photographs

High-resolution images for detailed analysis.

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Admissibility of Photographs

Criteria for photographs to be used in court.

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Videography

Augments photography with moving visual documentation.

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Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

Drones used for aerial crime scene documentation.

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Light Detection and Ranging (Lidar)

Tool for measuring and surveying crime scenes.

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Sketching the Scene

Illustrative diagram complementing photographs.

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Overview/Bird's-Eye-View

Common sketch type showing horizontal plane.

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Elevation Sketch

Vertical view focusing on height and details.

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Cross Projection Sketch

Combines horizontal and vertical views.

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Triangulation Method

Locates evidence using two fixed reference points.

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Baseline Method

Straight line measurement from fixed points.

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Rectangular-Coordinate Method

Locates objects using adjacent walls as reference.

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GPS

Global positioning system for outdoor evidence location.

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CAD Software

Creates 2D and 3D diagrams of crime scenes.

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3D Scanning

Digital documentation providing virtual scene access.

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Final Survey

Last check of the scene before release.

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Releasing the Scene

Final step in crime scene processing.

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Photography Equipment

Tools used for capturing crime scene images.

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Types of Photographs

Various categories including close-up and evidence photos.

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Photographing a Dead Body

Specific types of images required for documentation.

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Integrity of Photographs

Maintaining original images without deletion.

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Narrated Videography

Video with spoken commentary for clarity.

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Silent Videography

Video without audio elements.

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Scales in Photography

Used to provide size reference in images.

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Barrier & Pass Filters

Used to enhance photographic evidence quality.

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Sketching Equipment

Tools required for creating crime scene sketches.

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Compass Rose

Indicates direction in a scene sketch.

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Case Identifiers

Unique identifiers for each crime scene case.

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Weather Conditions

Environmental factors noted during investigation.

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Lighting Conditions

Illumination status affecting scene visibility.

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Witness Perspectives

Photographs capturing views from witnesses.

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Bystander Photographs

Images taken by non-involved individuals.

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Evidence Photographs

Images focusing on specific items of evidence.

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Full Body Photograph

Image capturing the entire body of a victim.

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Injury Documentation

Photographs showing wounds or trauma on victims.

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Tattoos and Scars

Specific features documented for identification purposes.

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Digital Case File

Electronic storage of case-related notes and images.

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Negative Conditions

Unexpected factors affecting the investigation process.

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Supplemental Plans of Action

Additional strategies based on case specifics.

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Final Survey Checklist

List of items to verify before scene release.

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Photograph Management Systems

Software for organizing and validating crime scene images.

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