Program Details

Crime scene management skills are an extremely significant task component of investigation because evidence that originates at the crime scene will provide a picture of events for the court to consider in its deliberations. Physical evidence has the potential to play a critical role in the overall investigation and resolution of a suspected criminal act. An important factor influencing the ultimate legal significance of this scientific evidence is that investigators follow an objective, thorough, and thoughtful approach. The goal of this process is to recognize and preserve physical evidence that will yield reliable information to aid in the investigation. They should consider other case information or statements from witnesses or suspects carefully in their objective assessment of the scene. Successful crime scene investigation utilizes a step-by-step process in the discovery, preservation and collection of physical evidence. This course examines the fundamental theories of physical evidence, legal issues and the proper management of the collection and preservation of evidence. Topics include basis of crime & crime scene management, genera introduction to Law, awareness of evidence, managing the scene, diagramming and sketching, photography, instrumental analysis of physical evidences, case studies, and report writing. Designed for those entering the crime scene investigation field, crime scene investigators, attorneys and others who may benefit from learning how crime scenes are investigated.