Evidence inspection and documentation is an essential but often overlooked component of investigative due diligence in both civil and criminal proceedings. Whether working for the defense or the plaintiff, investigators have a duty to thoroughly examine and document physical evidence, not just review reports and photographs.

There will be emphasis why hands-on inspection matters, how to do it properly, and what tools, procedures, and protocols professionals need to ensure accuracy, admissibility, and effective collaboration with counsel.

Learning Objectives

• Define evidence inspection and documentation
• Demonstrate the importance of evidence inspection and documentation
• Recognize all that is needed for evidence inspection and documentation
• Comprehend the process for evidence inspection and documentation
• Report evidence inspection and documentation
• Apply DNA collection and documentation
• Observe case studies in evidence inspection and documentation

Course Outline

• Introduction
• Lesson 1: About Evidence Inspection
• Lesson 2: What is Evidence Inspection?
• Lesson 3: Why is Evidence Inspection & Documentation Important?
• Lesson 4: What is Needed for Evidence Inspection and Documentation?
• Lesson 5: What is the Process for Evidence Inspection and Documentation?
• Lesson 6: Best Reporting Practices for Evidence Inspection and Documentation
• Lesson 7: What about DNA Collection and Documentation?
• Lesson 8: Case Studies in Evidence Inspection and Documentation
• Quiz/Assessment

Course Materials

• 5 hours of on-demand video lecture with practical and engaging content
• Content authored by experts in their field
• Quiz/assessment (unlimited attempts)
• Certificate of completion