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Handbook of Forensic Services (pdf) - FBI

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<strong>Handbook</strong> <strong>of</strong> Forens c Serv ces 2007<br />

Separate cover s used to sh p numerous<br />

or bulky tems <strong>of</strong> ev dence. Include a copy<br />

<strong>of</strong> the commun cat on request ng the<br />

exam nat ons. The wr tten commun cat on<br />

should state: “Submitted under separate<br />

cover by [list the method <strong>of</strong> shipment]<br />

are the following items <strong>of</strong> evidence.”<br />

What type(s) <strong>of</strong> exam nat on(s) s/are<br />

requested.<br />

Where the ev dence should be returned and<br />

where the Laboratory report should be sent.<br />

A street address must be ncluded.<br />

A statement f the ev dence was prev ously<br />

exam ned, f there s local controversy, or f<br />

other law enforcement agenc es have an<br />

nterest n the case.<br />

Packaging and Shipping Evidence<br />

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Pr or to packag ng and sh pp ng ev dence, call<br />

the pertinent unit for specific instructions.<br />

Take precaut ons to preserve the ev dence.<br />

Wrap and seal each tem <strong>of</strong> ev dence<br />

separately to avo d contam nat on.<br />

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