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Arson examinations.(Evidence Examinations)(Brief Article)
Arson examinations can determine the presence of ignitable liquids introduced to a fire scene. Examinations of debris recovered from scenes can identify gasoline, fuel oils, and speciality solvents. Examinations generally cannot identify specific brands.
Search for the following at questioned arson scenes: candles, cigarettes, matchbooks, Molotov cocktails, fused chemical masses, or any electronic or mechanical devices that may have been used to assist the arsonist. Also search for cloth- or paper-burn trails, burn trails on carpeted or hardwood floors, and the removal of personal ...
- Abrasives examinations.(Evidence Examinations)(Brief Article)
- Handbook of Forensic Services January 1, 2003 700+ words
...evidence should be directed to 703-632-8441. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence. * Employ personnel familiar with engine and machinery operations and mechanics...
- Ink examinations.(Evidence Examinations)(Brief Article)
- Handbook of Forensic Services January 1, 2003 700+ words
...evidence should be directed to 703-632-8441. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence. * Pack ink evidence separately from any document or surface with ink marks...
- Soil examinations.(Evidence Examinations)(Brief Article)
- Handbook of Forensic Services January 1, 2003 700+ words
...evidence should be directed to 703-632-7690. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence. * Collect soil samples as soon as possible, because the soil at the crime...
- Tape examinations.(Evidence Examinations)(tape evidence)(Brief Article)
- Handbook of Forensic Services January 1, 2003 700+ words
...evidence should be directed to 703-632-8441. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence. * Whenever possible, submit tape still adhered to the substrate. This...
- Toolmark examinations.(Evidence Examinations)
- Handbook of Forensic Services January 1, 2003 700+ words
...evidence should be directed to 703-632-8442. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence. * If possible, submit the toolmarked evidence. * If it is not possible...
- Anthropological examinations.(Evidence Examinations)(Brief Article)
- Handbook of Forensic Services January 1, 2003 700+ words
...evidence should be directed to 703-632-7691. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence. * Clean and air-dry bones, if possible. Pack in paper bags and wrap...
- Feather examinations.(Evidence Examinations)(Brief Article)
- Handbook of Forensic Services January 1, 2003 700+ words
...evidence should be directed to 703-632-7690. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence. * Submit feathers in heat-sealed or resealable plastic bags or paper...
- Firearms examinations.(Evidence Examinations)
- Handbook of Forensic Services January 1, 2003 700+ words
...evidence should be directed to 703-632-8442. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence. * All firearms must be unloaded. * The firearm should be submitted...