Basic Forensic Scene Photography (Part 1 of 2)

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Basic Forensic Scene Photography (Part 1 of 2)

The photographic documentation of scenes and evidence has existed since cameras were invented - and have advanced with cameras. The process and protocols are specific to Rules of Evidence and have also advanced with the technology.

This course is designed for the new and veteran private investigators, law enforcement, insurance adjusters and attorneys with an interest and need to document, or analyze, scenes and evidence using photography.  This course covers the equipment and selection, processes and protocols, and legal considerations.  This is important for any investigator conducting, or expert analyzing, photographs for litigation - forensic photography.

Digital photographs should be taken to establish identity and/or location, document injuries, document death and/or crime scenes, establish mechanism and cause of death, injuries or crimes and document the absence of evidence related to the above (“negative” photographs).

Advantages Disadvantages of Digital include Pro-Sumer cameras can cover most forensic photography needs, ease of enhancing images, record keeping with image file properties, ease of transferring and storing images, instant decision on quality of images, on-the-fly changing of film speed, settings, image size & type; not available on 35mm, select a camera based on needs and features first, cost last, selectable settings (shutter speed, aperture, etc.) and external flash adaptor, and video capability and optional lenses.