Question- What is Crime Scene Sketch?
Answer- A crime scene sketch is a permanent record of the size and distance relationship of the crime scene and the physical evidence within it. The sketch serves to clarify the special information present within the photo-graphs and video documentation, because the other methods do not allow the viewer to easily gauge distances and dimensions. A sketch is the most simplistic manner in which to present crime scene layout and measurements.
Photographer /camera positions may be noted within a sketch also.
Question- Why is a sketch important to crime scene documentation?
Answer-
■ It accurately portrays the physical facts.
■ It relates to the sequence of events at the scene.
■ It establishes the precise location and relationship of objects and evidence at the scene.
■ It helps to create a mental picture of the scene for those not present.
■ It is a permanent record of the scene.
■ It usually is admissible in court.
■ It assists in interviewing and interrogating.
■ It assists in preparing the written investigative report.
■ It assists in presenting the case in court. Well-prepared sketches and drawings help judges, juries, witnesses, and others to visualize the crime scene.
Question-When should sketches be made?
Answer- Sketch all serious crimes and accident scenes after photographs have been taken and before anything is moved.
Sketch the entire scene, the objects, and the evidence.
Question- How many types of sketches are made of crime scene?
Answer- Two types of sketches are made with regards to crime scene documentation:
1.) Rough sketches, and
2.) Final/finished sketches.
