1.7b Collecting Evidence Crossword

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Across
  1. 3. cells taken from the inner cheek for use in determining the DNA profile of an individual (2 words)
  2. 11. type of evidence container that would be appropriate for arson evidence (3 words)
  3. 12. type of envelope that should be used for trace evidence
  4. 14. the quality and quantity of standard/reference specimens often determine the evidential __ of crime-scene evidence
  5. 15. uncontaminated surface material close to an area where physical evidence has been deposited (2 words)
  6. 17. individuals involved in collection/transportation of evidence may be requested to __ in court
  7. 18. accumulation of moisture in airtight containers may encourage the growth of this
  8. 19. a standard/reference sample is physical evidence who origin is __
  9. 21. if evidence is delivered personally to a lab, the deliverer should be __ with the case
  10. 23. a brief description of the case __ should be provided on all evidence submission forms
  11. 24. most labs require an evidence __ form on all evidence submitted
  12. 25. a typical standard/reference sample might be __ or hair from a suspect
  13. 26. every individual who possesses evidence must maintain a written __ of its acquisition and disposition
Down
  1. 1. these restrict the shipment of certain chemicals and live ammunition and prohibit the mailing of explosives (2 words)
  2. 2. type of envelope that should NOT be used for trace evidence
  3. 4. the method of delivery of evidence is determined by the distance it must travel to the lab and the __ of the case
  4. 5. failure to substantiate the evidence’s chain of custody may lead to questions regarding the __ and integrity of evidence
  5. 6. if evidence is marked on the item itself, the collector’s __ and the date of collection are inscribed directly on the article
  6. 7. arson evidence is sealed in an airtight container to prevent __ of volatile petroleum residues
  7. 8. an investigation of a hit-and-run incident might require the removal of reference __ from a suspect vehicle
  8. 9. tool that may be used to pick up small items
  9. 10. list of all the people who came into possession of an item of evidence (3 words)
  10. 13. evidence is usually submitted to the laboratory either by __ or by mail (2 words)
  11. 16. wrapping paper, manila envelopes, or paper bags can be used for this type of evidence
  12. 20. small amounts of trace evidence can be packaged in a carefully folded paper known as a __ (2 words)
  13. 22. all items of clothing are __ and placed individually in separate paper bags (2 words)