PHYSICAL EVIDENCE MANUAL - Crime Scene Investigator Network

Physical Evidence Manual
The Laboratory Case #, Submission #, Laboratory Exhibit, and the bottom portion of the
form should be left blank.
If the form is not available, a letter containing the following information should be submitted
with the evidence:
1. The date of the letter
2. The originating agency name
3. The agency case number
4. The county of venue
5. The nature of the offense and the offense date
6. The victim or complainant (an establishment or individual) and the date of birth of
individuals
7. The names of suspects and their dates of birth
8. The evidence submitted (described in detail)
9. The type of examination requested
10. The name of the officer submitting the report or investigating the case, and the
officer's commission and telephone numbers.
11. Notations concerning accidental or intentional changes which the submitting officer
has made in the exhibits
Rushes
If your request is a “Rush”, indicate so in the appropriate location on the Forensic Services
Request (Form 49), along with the date the request needs to be completed by, if known.
Common reasons for “Rushes” are upcoming grand jury and trial dates, and an immediate
need for investigative leads.
Laboratory Reports
The laboratory will issue a report written by the analyst(s) on all examinations
performed. Copies of the report are mailed to the attention of the investigating officer.
Additional copies may be sent to the District Attorney’s Office or other involved
agencies/individuals, if applicable.
Forensic Laboratory Evaluation Form
Periodically, the Forensic Services Division will mail out evaluation forms to its service
agencies. These forms provide valuable feedback on our goal of providing quality and
timely scientific, technical, and investigative support. Should you receive one of these
evaluation forms, please fill it out completely.
Adopted: May 2002
Revisions: 6
Last Revision: January 31, 2008
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