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Investigative process and chain of custody

The process of forensic comparisons, laboratory confirmation, and quality-control steps in the investigation

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Jan 27, 2026

What procedures do federal investigators follow for ballistics testing and chain‑of‑custody in officer‑involved shootings?

Federal investigators follow standardized evidence‑handling and in officer‑involved shootings: secure the scene, designate evidence handlers, document and preserve items, and forward firearm‑related i...

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