Tag: chain of custody

Scene-to-Lab Transport: Environmental Control for Evidence

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Jun 1 2026

Learn how to properly transport evidence from crime scenes to labs. Discover best practices for packaging, temperature control, and chain of custody to preserve DNA and trace evidence integrity.

Sealed Container Integrity: Verifying Tamper Evidence for Chain of Custody

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 26 2026

Learn how to verify tamper evidence in sealed containers to maintain chain of custody. Covers NSF/ANSI/CAN 60, NOP standards, seal types, and step-by-step inspection protocols.

How to Build an Evidence Photo Log: Linking Images to Items

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 26 2026

Learn how to create an effective evidence photo log to link images to specific items. Covers SWGDE guidelines, chain of custody, and best practices for forensic documentation.

Smartphone Cameras in Emergencies: Admissibility Considerations for Scene Imaging

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 25 2026

Explore the legal admissibility of smartphone cameras in emergencies. Learn about authentication, chain of custody, wiretap laws, and best practices for preserving scene imaging evidence in court.

Chain of Custody Challenges: How Broken Evidence Ruins Cases

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 25 2026

Explore how broken chains of custody jeopardize legal cases. Learn about technical vs. substantive errors, digital forensics challenges, and real-world scandals like Annie Dookhan.

Securing a Homicide Scene: Perimeter and Access Control Guide

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 21 2026

Learn how to secure a homicide scene effectively using multi-level perimeters and strict access control. This guide covers establishing barriers, managing entry logs, and preventing evidence contamination to ensure a defensible investigation.

Double-Wrapping Evidence: When and Why It's Necessary

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 19 2026

Learn why double-wrapping evidence is crucial for forensic integrity. Discover when to use it, how to avoid contamination, and the legal risks of improper packaging.

Liquid Evidence: Collection and Storage Best Practices

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 18 2026

Learn best practices for collecting and storing liquid evidence, including biological fluids, ignitable liquids, and toxicology samples. Avoid common mistakes like using plastic for wet DNA evidence.

Digital Evidence: Proving Authenticity and Maintaining Chain of Custody

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 16 2026

Learn how to prove digital evidence authenticity and maintain an unbroken chain of custody using cryptographic hashes, ISO standards, and legal best practices.

Photographic Log Maintenance: Required Documentation for Forensic Evidence

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 15 2026

Master photographic log maintenance with essential documentation tips for forensic evidence. Learn required fields, digital vs paper benefits, and how to avoid common pitfalls that lead to evidence exclusion.

Evidence Access Logs: How to Track Custody Movement for Court Admissibility

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 12 2026

Learn how evidence access logs track custody movement to ensure legal admissibility. Explore chain of custody best practices, digital metadata, and modern tracking technologies.

Toxicology Results: Legal Interpretation Standards

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 11 2026

Understanding legal interpretation standards for toxicology results is crucial for evidence law. This guide covers admissibility hurdles, defense challenges, and state-specific variations.