First Unit Responder

First Unit Responder: A Guide to Physical Evidence Collection for Patrol Officers

This training guide and reference is designed for patrol officers and criminal investigators who conduct preliminary investigations of crime scenes. It aids in the identification, collection, and booking of physical evidence.

Written by a veteran of 24 years of law enforcement, the book emphasizes the importance of understanding the critical nature of physical evidence and the preservation of the crime scene as part of building a case against a criminal defendant.

This book is an essential tool for police academies training recruits and veteran patrol officers, as well as for students of criminal justice seeking guidelines for proper collection and handling of physical evidence.