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Biological Evidence Guidance

The NIST / NIJ Technical Working Group on Biological Evidence Preservation created the following images and documents to fulfill its charge.

Publications

Images

Related Documents

Other Resources

Packaging and Collection Guidance
There are extensive references on proper collection and packaging practices. Examples include:

Other related references can be found at the websites below:

Training Resources
Evidence custodians can obtain training at the websites below:

Property and Evidence Associations

International Association

State Associations

Biohazard Disposal Guidelines

Contacts

Created September 26, 2014, Updated September 23, 2022