identification purposes with the investigator’s initials‚ often at the tip or base of the bullet. The sides of the bullet should not be marked. Critical Thinking Questions If you found a firearm at a crime scene‚ what steps would you take in order to transport the weapon to the lab? If i found a firearm at a crime scene the steps i would take in order to transport the weapon to the lab would be to first ensure that the firearm will not discharge accidentally on the way to the lab. This often means that the
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Crime scene report Introduction A suspected white powder was seized from the crime scene and sent to the laboratory for analysis. Presumptive test was firstly used in order to find out if it was a positive drug‚ in order to follow a further analysis. Gas Chromatogram (GC) and mass spectrum was used for further analysis‚ in order to find out what exactly was this drug‚ and find its mixtures and compounds. Results From the chromatogram/spectrum peak report it is shown that there are two retention
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A thorough documentation of a crime scene is an important part of any investigation. Several different methods of documentation are use; however‚ it is the combination of the methods that best aids investigators during the investigations into prosecution and trial. One of the first steps in documenting the scene would begin with the investigators notes. The notes will contain multiple pieces of information that may prove to be useful during the span of the case. The investigator should make notes
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The show that I decided to use for my analysis is CSI: Crime Scene Investigation‚ The Complete First Season‚ Episode 110‚ “Sex‚ Lies and Larvae”. The reason I picked this show is because we have it on DVD‚ which made it easy to watch it several times. This episode has three cases‚ the first and main case of the episode starts out with two people hiking in a remote desert area and the girl finds a dead body with flies buzzing all around it. The second case involves a stolen painting and the last case
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Scene evaluation is often stressed and discussed in literature for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Fire/Rescue agencies. Responders are taught to do a “windshield evaluation” of the scene as they arrive. This means responders should look at the scene as they arrive‚ observing as much as they can through the windows of the vehicle. They should be looking for obstacles in the way‚ hazards to the victim and themselves‚ and get a general idea of nature of injury or severity. When it comes to
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I am going to discuss crime scene investigation‚ as well as‚ crime scene processing. I will define what a crime scene is‚ what makes it a crime scene and what happens at a crime scene. I will also explore what to look for at a crime scene and what evidence will aid in the prosecutions of criminals. Crime scene investigations can be indispensable in prosecuting a case‚ due the possibility that mistakes can be made with forensics. Crime scene investigations include
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The Life of a Crime Scene Investigator Isabella McCarty Williams Everest University Online (Orlando Campus) The Life of a Crime Scene Investigator The career I have chosen is a Crime Scene Investigator known as a CSI. In this research paper we will discuss the job details‚ salary‚ and the guidelines on collecting evidence. It is important that I cover these things to explain the importance of this career. Hope you enjoy the mind-bending
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Being a Crime Scene Investigator Zelda M. Kier Everest Online University Being a Crime Scene Investigator Known also as an evidence technician‚ crime scene technician‚ forensic investigator‚ criminalist officer‚ and crime scene analyst‚ a crime scene investigator has quite a busy life. The importance of this job sits high at the top of the list‚ giving each individual the greatest responsibility possible. There is little room for error when it comes to the critical tasks that a crime scene
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Forensics as a Crime Scene Investigator Nicolette Simpson E VC University ENC1101-243_Week 10 Individual Work Instructor Heidi Howe March 23‚ 2012 Forensics Thesis Statement Forensic is a field of that deals with psychology and the law. Forensic is defined as the intersection of psychology and the law. Forensics is the application of science to questions which are of interest to the legal system. For example‚ forensic pathology is the study of the human body to determine
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As a crime scene investigator you are exposed to many health risk or hazards. Although‚ there is not truly one time were you cannot find yourself in a very unique situation during an investigation. Furthermore‚ when investigating a scene you must always prepare yourself for whatever may happen and protect yourself at all times. Therefore‚ your safety is very important as well as the priority to limit any injuries or illnesses to exposures. Now when responding to a crime scene an investigator or
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