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Article: INSTANT PHOTOGRAPHY for Crime Scene Investigators
- Article from:
- Law & Order
- Article date:
- November 1, 2003
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Whether it's in a small town or a big city, a crime scene investigator's mission is always the same: to protect the integrity of the scene, then document and collect all evidence in a manner that preserves it for later examination and potential use in court. Crime scene analysis, when done correctly, is a careful, systematic and orderly process that can yield a wealth of valuable information to investigators and prosecutors.
While tools of the crime scene investigator vary, the most fundamental gear is the camera and notebook. There are essentially three types of cameras available to the investigator, each having its own strengths and weaknesses when used at a crime scene. The most ...