Title: Describe a systematic search for physical evidence.
Course: Criminal Justice I (15051-I) > Section: Investigating a Crime Scene

Description should include using search techniques appropriate to the crime scene, such as

- spiral (start from center and spiral outward, or opposite)
- grid (create a grid and search one cell at a time)
- straight line (shoulder-to-shoulder responsibility)

and identifying specialized search tools, such as

- K-9
- helicopter
- boat, divers
- volunteers
- emerging technology.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some of the standardized search methods used in a crime scene?
- Why is it important to know alternative methods of searching?
- Why is it important to conduct a methodical, detailed search of the scene?