CJA 3336 - CRIMINALISTICS

Examines the phase of the criminal investigation process concerned with physical evidence. Major emphasis will be placed upon legal and technical consideration in the recognition, collection, and preservation of various categories of physical evidence and the process through which it is transmitted to the crime laboratory. Attention will also be given to knowledge requirements of the evidence technician in terms of the capabilities and techniques of the crime laboratory.

Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisite: CJA 1100 AND CJA 2200.

Credits: 3 cr.