Tag: evidence handling

Long-Term Evidence Storage and Chain of Custody Maintenance Guide

Long-Term Evidence Storage and Chain of Custody Maintenance Guide

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

Chain Seals: Documenting Evidence Openings and Reseals in Forensic Investigations

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.