Tag: Evidence Handling: Page 11

Technology

Upgraded DVR System

Panasonic

Panasonic Computer Solutions has upgraded its Toughbook Arbitrator solid-state digital video recording system with double the video storage and more enhancements for managing video evidence. The system now uses Insight Video Net’s I-Vision Central Management System (CMS) to archive, search, manage, and track video evidence.

June 30, 2007

Technology

Room Temperature DNA Storage

Biomatrica

Biomatrica’s storage system enables scientists and researchers to ship, store, and manage lab samples at room temperature. The system includes SampleMatrix, a dissolvable storage medium; SampleGard, a sample storage and transportation system; and SampleWare, organization and retrieval software.

April 30, 2007

Patrol

Preserving and Disclosing Evidence

Most law enforcement officers are familiar with the term “Brady error.” But what exactly does the Brady rule cover, and what obligation does it impose on police? Under the Brady line of cases, when must officers preserve evidence, and what must be revealed to the prosecutor? These questions have been answered in a series of opinions from the U.S. Supreme Court.

November 30, 2006

Patrol

Xenopus Electronix Forensic Flashlights

Xenopus Electronix

Xenopus Electronix crime scene and forensic flashlights illuminate evidence through fluorescence. The company offers a single-wavelength model, and some of their products are enabled to change modes between blue and ultraviolet, or white and ultraviolet. Flashlights are available in several ultraviolet wavelengths from 365 to 400nm, as well as in 465nm blue and 520nm green. Rechargeable lanterns that feature high-flux LED emitters provide intense blue or UV for high-output power.

June 30, 2006

Patrol

Third Party Consent Searches

One of the "firmly established exceptions" to the warrant requirement for searches and seizures is the "consent exception."

April 30, 2006

Patrol

Independent Forensics RSID Semen-Testing Kit

Independent Forensics

Independent Forensics’ Rapid Stain Identification Semen Kit (RSID-Semen) is the first fluid specific test for the presence of semen. The kit is specific for human semenogelin antigens and will not cross-react with the myriad of other human body fluids that can cause false positives. The RSID Semen kit is designed to help crime laboratories correctly identify which samples from rape kits should go forward for DNA analysis.

March 31, 2006

Patrol

Grace Industries Forensic Scanner

Grace Industries, Inc.

Grace Industries’ forensic scanner features a discerning hydrocarbon detector in combination with six different colored LED lights with various light colors to detect potential evidence not visible under normal light.

January 31, 2006

Patrol

Image Security Guard

Lexar’s new LockTight security system helps preserve the chain of evidence for digital photography.

December 31, 2005

Patrol

Crime Scene Response for the Patrol Officer

The actions you take as a first responder can determine the value of crime scene evidence for investigators and prosecutors.

December 31, 2005

Patrol

Searching Third-Party Residences

Most officers are aware of the general rule on entering a suspect's home to arrest him or to search for evidence. These actions must be supported by either valid consent or a recognized exigency.

July 31, 2005

Patrol

Holding Back Home Occupants

When you go into a suspect’s home to execute a search warrant, it’s not uncommon to find several people present, whether suspects, family members, or others. Sometimes, occupants may outnumber officers on the scene. This can create problems of safety and control, making it more difficult to carry out the search. Realizing this, the Supreme Court has provided guidelines on the ability of officers to detain, handcuff, and question occupants while a search takes place.

April 30, 2005

Patrol

Armor Forensics Laser Scaling Device

Forensics Source

Armor Forensics’ LSD-1 laser scaling product allows law enforcement professionals to photograph crime scenes without disturbing important evidence or otherwise compromising the scene. Utilizing technology developed by NASA, the LSD-1 uses a fixed dual beam to take scaled photographs of a crime scene.

February 28, 2005