Physical Evidence and Crime Scene Flashcards
Type of evidence that is temporary
Transient
Type of evidence that connects an individual or thing to a certain group
Class/Identified
Pattern
Type of evidence that is useful in reconstruction of events (blood splatter)
Primary
type of crime scene where the crime took place
this unit is needed to examine and record physical evidence; also aids in preparing exhibits for court
photography
Locard’s Exchange
his principle explains the cross transfer of materials
Deductive Reasoning
you derive a conclusion from the facts using a series of logical steps
Standard/reference sample
a reference sample is of known origin and can be compared with crime scene evidence
Biology
crime lab unit that applies techniques to identify body fluids and compared hairs and botanical materials
this type of witness can provide their opinion as a result of their relevant knowledge on a particular subject
expert
Transfer Evidence
produced by physical contact (Muddy shoe prints)
person who has seen someone or something related to a crime
eye witness
physical evidence (Cats Pet Goats)
crime lab unit applies techniques of chemistry, physics, and geology
why do we collect physical evidence? 7
link a person to crime scene, link a person to another person, identify suspect, verify eye witness, determine motive, type of crime, give leads
What type of evidence is produced by an action or event (position of a car seat)
conditional evidence
