When biological samples of unknown origin are discovered at a crime scene, investigators:
a. Should assume no pathogens are present and treat the samples as such.
b. Should allow only trained hazardous material teams to handle the evidence.
c. Should assume pathogens are present and treat the sample as such.
d. Should package them in plastic bags.
c
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Securing the crime scene is the responsibility of the first responding:
a. law enforcement officer. b. crime scene investigator. c. detective. d. specialist.
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a. aggravating b. mitigating c. random and capricious d. arbitrary and illogical
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A) To avoid causing inconvenience to bystanders B) To minimize the work of responding officers who note and record any alterations that may have occurred C) To provide defense attorneys with a basis for discrediting the investigators D) To avoid the destruction or contamination of important evidence