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February 08, 2016 | 5 minutes read

Fraud & Forgery Investigations

Fraud and forgery investigations may not seem like the most exciting cases to work on for law enforcement personnel, but they can be rewarding and significant nonetheless. Victims of fraud and forgery cases are often elderly or mentally challenged individuals who are vulnerable and need to be protected from bad actors.

February 01, 2016 | 3 minutes read

Citizens Recording Law Enforcement Activities

Law enforcement officers across the US are being scrutinized more than ever, not only by news media, but by courts, political activists and citizens.

January 18, 2016 | 14 minutes read

Financial Evidence Packaging | Evidence Management

Handling counterfeit currency, checks, bonds, deposit certificates, stock statements, and investment funds evidence properly is the first step in catching fraud criminals.

January 11, 2016 | 3 minutes read

Fingerprint Analysis | Evidence Management

Fingerprints evidence management, while not as sexy as DNA evidence, can be instrumental in placing a person at the scene of a crime or an incident.

January 04, 2016 | 5 minutes read

How to collect physical evidence in inclement weather

We do not get to pick our crime scenes. Instead, our crime scenes select us through random chance and whatever crazy schedule we might be working. Crime Scene Investigators must play with the hand we were dealt with by the suspect(s) and random chance. Crime scenes are presented to us in the extreme cold, extreme […]

December 21, 2015 | 4 minutes read

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Video Redaction

Unforeseen challenges arise as law enforcement agencies collect more video evidence. From cruiser camera video to body camera and surveillance videos.

December 14, 2015 | 2 minutes read

Meet CaseGuard team at CAPE 2016, Santa Barbara

Meet CaseGuard team at the California Association for Property and Evidence 2016 conference in Santa Barbara March 14 to March 16.

December 07, 2015 | 4 minutes read

Evidence room physical security

Evidence rooms are often located out of the way, like in basements or off-site. While this can be fine, it’s crucial to ensure the facility truly protects the evidence. A recent burglary in Vermont highlights that police facilities don’t guarantee security. Security measures include thorough background checks for staff, controlled key and fob access, secure building materials, and strict visitor policies. Implementing multi-layered door security and comprehensive inventory checks during personnel changes are vital. Security cameras and alarm systems can enhance protection, and effective evidence management software is essential. Every evidence room requires tailored security strategies to guard against theft.

November 23, 2015 | 3 minutes read

The Age of Digital Evidence

Law enforcement must be flexible and open to change so they take advantage of new technologies in the digital evidence realm to remain one step ahead.

November 09, 2015 | 6 minutes read

Firearms in the evidence room

Firearms are challenging for evidence technicians due to safety and disposal issues. Each state and agency has unique laws and procedures, so we’ll cover some key highlights.