FSC100H5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Arson
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As any place that an act has taken place that is contrary to the law. To handle, direct, govern, or control in action or in use. The management of the scene is everybody"s job. Are all scenes crime scenes? (when will forensic investigators show) If a person is deceased and there isn"t a chronic history or expectation of death then a forensic investigator will still attend. Why do we need to manage crime scenes. Maintain integrity of evidence - fruit of the poison. Refers to anything that can give or substantiate information in a legal investigation. Provides a clear direction for investigators who act on the nature of evidence to form leads. The quality of evidence establishes a case"s credibility in court affecting judge and jury. The best forensic investigator is someone who doesn"t know everything but who knows what. Certain types bring with it the testimony of expert witnesses resources to use.
