Scene and Lab Procedures
One of the most important parts of conducting a forensic investigation is the collection of evidence. This collection process begins in the field, where devices containing potential evidence must be seized, cataloged, and transported back to the forensic laboratory. It is imperative that this part of the process is performed correctly. A mistake at this point in the process can compromise the entire investigation in several different ways.
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External Readings
Standard procedures for the collection of evidence in the field are documented by the United States Department of Justice. Rather than attempting to restate these procedures, it is better to read the original documents:
- Electronic Crime Scene Investigation: A Guide for First Responders, Second Edition - Chapters 4-6 are especially important for a forensic analyst
- Digital Evidence: Policies and Procedures Manual
