Evidence Inventory

Evidence inventory is the complete listing of items such as guns, jewelry, drugs and anything else that is of value that belongs to an ongoing case, suspect, or victim. It is important that evidence is protected so that theft does not occur and an agency does not face penalties. Please, see the articles below on evidence inventory.

March 11, 2021 | 7 minutes read

What is a Chain of Custody? How Can Businesses Use It?

By definition, the chain of custody is the historical sequential paper trail that records the “when, why, how, and by whom” physical or electronic evidence is collected, handled, or analyzed. Under federal law, any item with a break in its chain of custody or is improperly documented is not admitted or shown to juries.

The importance of random evidence inventory

Random audits are crucial for maintaining the integrity of your evidence room and deterring internal theft. By involving external parties and keeping detailed records, you ensure your processes are beyond reproach, reducing risk of exploitation.

Evidence chain of custody

Chain of custody is vital in law enforcement, ensuring evidence is securely documented from seizure to court, maintaining its integrity and reliability.