FDLE Evidence and Property Management 2

Question 1

How should biological evidence (blood, saliva, tissue) be packaged to prevent degradation?

Accepted Answer

Dried completely and packaged in breathable paper bags or envelopes

Answer

Biological evidence must be dried and packaged in breathable paper packaging. Airtight plastic bags trap moisture, promoting mold growth and bacterial degradation that destroys DNA.

Question 2

What is the proper procedure when an officer discovers that evidence has gone missing from the property room?

Accepted Answer

Immediately report the missing evidence to a supervisor and document the discovery

Answer

Missing evidence must be immediately reported to a supervisor and documented — any delay or concealment could constitute obstruction of justice and compromise prosecutions.

Question 3

What is the recommended method for collecting a latent fingerprint from a smooth surface?

Accepted Answer

Apply appropriate fingerprint powder, photograph, then lift with fingerprint tape

Answer

Latent fingerprint collection on smooth surfaces involves: applying appropriate powder, photographing the developed print, then lifting with fingerprint tape and mounting on a card.

Question 4

Under Florida law, what is the standard for disposal of unclaimed property held by law enforcement?

Accepted Answer

Property must be held for a specified period, notices given, and then proper legal procedures followed for disposal

Answer

Florida law requires that unclaimed property be held for a statutory period, that proper notices be provided to potential owners, and that legal procedures be followed before disposal.

Question 5

What information MUST be included on evidence packaging labels per Florida CJSTC standards?

Accepted Answer

Case number, date/time collected, location, collector's name/ID, and item description

Answer

Florida CJSTC standards require complete documentation on evidence labels: case number, collection date/time, location, collecting officer's name and ID, and item description — supporting chain of custody.

FDLE - Florida Department of Law Enforcement Practice Test

FDLE - Florida Department of Law Enforcement Practice Test

FDLE Evidence and Property Management 2