Basic Forensic Scene Photography (Part 2 of 2)

Starting where Part 1 left off...

Basic Forensic Scene Photography (Part 2 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.

Whether taking the scene photographs, or analyzing the work-product of another forensic photographer - understanding the duties is very important to a successful assignment.  This is important to both the photographer and the person analyzing the work of the forensic photographer.

Understanding the duties of the forensic scene photographer is important to assuring the correct procedures are followed.  This is important to both the photographer and the person analyzing the work of the forensic photographer.  This is important to both the photographer and the person analyzing the work of the forensic photographer.

Following the steps of the duties and procedures in forensic scene photography are the standards.  Following proper standards - from policies to rules of evidence and ethics - is vital to assuring the photographic evidence is admissible, and also supports the written records and reports of the investigation.  This is important to both the photographer and the person analyzing the work of the forensic photographer.