CFP Forensic Photographer Crime Scene Imaging & Documentation 2

Question 1

When photographing a homicide scene, which sequence correctly represents the standard photographic documentation order?

Accepted Answer

Overall, mid-range, close-up

Answer

Crime scene photography follows overall (establishing), mid-range (relationship), then close-up (detail) progression to build context before isolating evidence.

Question 2

A forensic photographer arrives at an outdoor shooting scene at dusk. What is the primary concern when using flash photography in low-light conditions?

Accepted Answer

Flash may create harsh shadows that obscure bullet wound depth

Answer

Direct on-camera flash at close range creates harsh shadows that can distort the apparent depth and shape of wounds or impression evidence.

Question 3

Which camera setting is most critical to maintain consistency when shooting comparison photographs of tire track evidence at a crime scene?

Accepted Answer

Camera-to-subject angle and distance

Answer

Maintaining a consistent 90-degree angle directly above the evidence at a fixed distance ensures scale and proportion are not distorted in comparison images.

Question 4

What does the term 'photographic documentation log' include that is NOT captured in the image metadata?

Accepted Answer

Names of officers present during photography

Answer

A documentation log records personnel present, scene conditions, and chain-of-custody information that EXIF metadata cannot capture.

Question 5

A forensic photographer must document latent fingerprints developed with fluorescent powder. Which imaging technique produces the best result?

Accepted Answer

UV or alternate light source with a barrier filter and long exposure

Answer

Fluorescent-powder-developed prints must be photographed using the matching excitation light and a barrier filter to capture the fluorescence emission while blocking the excitation wavelength.

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CFP Forensic Photographer Crime Scene Imaging & Documentation 2