types of evidence Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
what are the two types of evidence?
A
physical
testimonial
2
Q
what processes do these 2 types of evidence go through?
A
. collection
. transfer
. storage
. analysis
. personnel involved in the process
3
Q
what is physical evidence?
A
tangible evidence that can be touched or held at a crime scene- will mostly need testing/ sending to forensic lab for processing
4
Q
what is an example of physical evidence?
A
weapons
hair
biohazards
fibres
5
Q
what is testimonial evidence?
A
relates to things individuals say in relation to a crime such as statements both verbal and written
6
Q
who can give testimonial evidence?
A
witnesses
victims
suspects
7
Q
what can testimonail evidcence help?
A
provide suspects with alibis or help yhe police to understand where the suspect was at the time of the incident
