Tag: evidence handling

How to Avoid DNA Transfer During Evidence Handling: A Guide for Investigators

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 22 2026

Learn how to prevent DNA contamination during evidence handling. This guide covers transfer mechanisms, proper PPE use, packaging strategies, and fingerprint-DNA workflow integration to preserve latent biological traces.

Chain of Custody in Drug Evidence: Procedures, Legal Impact, and Common Errors

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 9 2026

Understand the critical role of chain of custody in drug evidence cases. Learn the five stages of handling, documentation requirements, and how errors can impact legal outcomes.

Storage Conditions and Chain of Custody Documentation: A Complete Guide

By : Ian Brophy
Date : May 2 2026

Learn how to maintain unbroken chain of custody through precise documentation and controlled storage conditions. Essential guide for forensics, legal, and compliance professionals.

Long-Term Evidence Storage and Chain of Custody Maintenance Guide

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Mar 28 2026

Learn the critical steps for maintaining chain of custody during long-term evidence storage. This guide covers NIST standards, documentation requirements, and preventing evidence contamination.

Chain Seals: Documenting Evidence Openings and Reseals in Forensic Investigations

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Mar 6 2026

Chain seals are a critical part of evidence handling in forensic investigations. Proper sealing, labeling, and documentation ensure evidence remains untampered from crime scene to courtroom. Missing steps can destroy a case.