CaseGuard Resources

October 26, 2015 | 4 minutes read

Managing evidence at suspicious death scenes

A death investigation requires careful attention to detail. Investigators must methodically gather evidence and document findings to determine the cause of death and seek justice, using tools like evidence management software for accuracy.

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October 19, 2015 | 5 minutes read

How to collect digital evidence in inclement weather?

Inclement weather complicates crime scene photography. Use off-camera flash or none, rely on tripods, and use aperture priority. Modern cameras record settings in metadata for court. Practice techniques in mock scenarios for best results.

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October 12, 2015 | 5 minutes read

Successful search warrants

Executing search warrants requires strict adherence to the Fourth Amendment. Proper evidence management, documentation, and best practices ensure cases withstand scrutiny, protecting both citizens’ rights and integrity of law enforcement agencies.

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September 28, 2015 | 3 minutes read

Evidence and the human element!

Despite advances in technology, evidence management still faces human challenges. Errors in collection, packaging, and judgment persist, highlighting the need for both reliable software and vigilant personnel.

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September 21, 2015 | 4 minutes read

Should police officers use evidence management software?

As we talk with prospective clients, we sometimes encounter resistance from evidence room personnel regarding police officers doing the initial data entry portion of evidence management. This resistance is to be expected, I suppose, from anyone accustomed to taking handwritten information and transferring it to whatever database or spreadsheet might be in use. It’s just […]

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September 14, 2015 | 4 minutes read

10 Things to look for in digital evidence management systems

When choosing a digital evidence management system, look for ease of use, versatile file acceptance, authentication, a full chain of custody, digital sharing, customizable user permissions, enhancement tools, support for various video formats etc.

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August 31, 2015 | 4 minutes read

How are you sharing your digital evidence?

Departments use evidence management software with barcodes. A good system verifies files, tracks evidence from the start, and ensures a secure chain of custody.

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August 24, 2015 | 4 minutes read

Cell Phones as Evidence Collection Tools

Smartphones can be powerful tools for evidence collection, but using them comes with risks. If you choose to use your smart phone, ensure secure transfer to your evidence management system and avoid storing evidence on the device.

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August 17, 2015 | 3 minutes read

Paperwork, a time killing machine for law enforcement

Most police officers didn’t join to handle paperwork, yet despite advances, even small cases can involve a staggering amount of documentation.

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August 03, 2015 | 6 minutes read

Cold cases evidence management, the forgotten evidence…

Converting old cold case evidence is crucial. Proper documentation, clear labeling, and digital management systems ensure accuracy and support future investigations.

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July 27, 2015 | 3 minutes read

Packaging and labeling evidence

Adherence to the proper handling, packaging and labeling of evidence will not only reduce the inherent cost to correct any errors, it will mitigate potential liability to the agency.

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July 20, 2015 | 4 minutes read

DNA evidence management

DNA, (deoxyribonucleic acid) is contained within every cell of the human body. An individual’s unique DNA profile can be found in blood and other bodily fluids such as semen and saliva, in skin cells, bone marrow or hair. Similar to a fingerprint, DNA is unique to the individual (with the exception of identical twins). In […]

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