fbi 12 steps 2 Flashcards
Step 1: Preparation
evidence respoce teams and individuals need to be prepared and eqquipped ahead of time
step 2: approach the scene
careful approach, notes of observation, maintain and establish barrier
Step 4: Initiate Preliminary Survey
Organizational stage that
determines how the
crime scene search will
be conducted
Step 5: Evaluate Physical Evidence
Actually begins upon
arrival at the scene
when the first items of
evidence are identified
Step 6: Narrative Description
Running documentation
of the general appearance
of the crime scene
Step 7: Photography
Best way to depict a
crime scene to a
judge and jury
Step 8: Sketch and Diagram Scene
Shows a general
layout or floor plan
of the crime scene
Step 9: Conduct Detailed Search
Conducted slowly and
methodically, from
general to specific, and
from visible to hidden
Step 10: Record & Collect Physical Evidence
Involves the actual
removal and packaging
of evidence
Step 11: Conduct Final Survey
Before releasing the
scene, ensure no critical
steps or actions have
been overlooked
Step 12: Release Scene
done