ETC Documentation & Chain of Custody

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of documentation in evidence handling?

Accepted Answer

To maintain integrity and legal validity

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To make notes colorful

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To support media publications

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To replace photography

Question 2

What must be recorded on a chain of custody form?

Accepted Answer

Details of every transfer of evidence

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Only case number

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Evidence weight

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Sketch of the scene

Question 3

Why is tamper-evident packaging used?

Accepted Answer

To prevent and detect tampering

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To speed up transfers

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To add color to bags

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To simplify labeling

Question 4

What happens if a chain of custody is broken?

Accepted Answer

It may invalidate the evidence

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It strengthens the case

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It validates the testimony

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It increases security

Question 5

When should documentation begin for a piece of evidence?

Accepted Answer

Immediately upon discovery

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After submission to the lab

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Only after collection

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During courtroom presentation

Question 6

Which of the following is a best practice in evidence documentation?

Accepted Answer

Maintain detailed and consistent records

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Use abbreviations freely

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Keep vague descriptions

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Rely only on verbal statements