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