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

Performance should include using 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 or column (shoulder-to-shoulder responsibility)

and identifying specialized search tools such as

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

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does one determine the search method to be used?
- What factors should be considered when determining which search method to use?
- What are the ramifications for missing crucial evidence?