crime scene basics

4. attorney is often present to help determine if any search warrants are required to proceed and obtains those warrants from a judge
5. person thought to be capable of committing a crime
8. evidence refers to physical evidence that is found in small but measurable amounts such as strands of hair, fibers or skin cells
9. scene any physical location in which a crime has occurred
10. examiner may or may not be present to determine a preliminary cause of death
12. may be called in if the evidence requires expert analysis
14. evidence refers to any material items that would be present at the crime scene, on the victims or found in a suspect's possession

1. statement of where a suspect was at the time of a crime
2. officers are typically the first to arrive at the crime scene
3. crime scene the original location of a crime or accident
4. interview witnesses and consult with the CSI unit
6. evidence includes oral and written statements given to police as well as court testimony
7. person associated with someone suspected of committing a crime
11. crime scene an alternate location where additional evidence may be found
13. unit documents the crime scene in detail and collects any physical evidence