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Switch to any value % from this page to resize cheat sheet text: % www.emerson.emory.edu/services/latex/latex_169.html \footnotesize % Small font. \begin{multicols*}{3} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{1.34379 cm} x{3.63321 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Overview}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Definition:}} & Forensic investigation involves the application of scientific methods and techniques to collect, analyze, and interpret evidence related to criminal activities. It aims to support legal proceedings and ensure justice by providing objective and accurate findings. \tn % Row Count 10 (+ 10) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Scope:}} & Encompasses various sub-disciplines, including crime scene investigation, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, forensic odontology, and forensic anthropology. \tn % Row Count 16 (+ 6) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{1.9908 cm} x{2.9862 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Crime Scene Investigation}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Crime Scene Definition:}} & The physical location where a crime has occurred or is suspected to have occurred. This can include primary scenes (where the crime happened) and secondary scenes (where evidence related to the crime is found). \tn % Row Count 9 (+ 9) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Crime Scene Management:}} & {\bf{Securing the Scene:}} Ensuring the scene is protected from contamination and unauthorized access. \tn % Row Count 14 (+ 5) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Documentation: Photography:}} Taking comprehensive and detailed photos of the scene, evidence, and surroundings. \tn % Row Count 19 (+ 5) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Documentation: Sketching:}} Creating accurate diagrams of the crime scene to document evidence placement and spatial relationships. \tn % Row Count 25 (+ 6) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Documentation: Notes:}} Recording detailed observations and actions taken during the investigation. \tn % Row Count 30 (+ 5) \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \vfill \columnbreak \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{1.9908 cm} x{2.9862 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Crime Scene Investigation (cont)}} \tn % Row 5 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Evidence Collection: Search Methods:}} Using systematic techniques such as grid, spiral, or quadrant searches to locate evidence. \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 6) % Row 6 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Evidence Collection: Preservation:}} Handling evidence carefully to prevent contamination or degradation. Using proper packaging and labeling. \tn % Row Count 12 (+ 6) % Row 7 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Chain of Custody:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} The process of maintaining and documenting the handling of evidence from collection to presentation in court. \tn % Row Count 18 (+ 6) % Row 8 \SetRowColor{white} & **Importance: Ensures that evidence remains intact and is admissible in court. \tn % Row Count 22 (+ 4) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Forensic Biology}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Overview:}} & The study of biological evidence to identify and analyze living organisms, tissues, and fluids involved in criminal activities. \tn % Row Count 7 (+ 7) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: DNA Analysis:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Examining genetic material to identify individuals based on unique DNA profiles. \tn % Row Count 12 (+ 5) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Short Tandem Repeat (STR) analysis, and mitochondrial DNA testing. \tn % Row Count 18 (+ 6) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Bloodstain Pattern Analysis:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Analyzing bloodstains to reconstruct events related to a crime, such as the position of victims or the type of weapon used. \tn % Row Count 25 (+ 7) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Definition:}} Analyzing bloodstains to reconstruct events related to a crime, such as the position of victims or the type of weapon used. \tn % Row Count 32 (+ 7) \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \vfill \columnbreak \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Forensic Biology (cont)}} \tn % Row 5 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Key Areas: Entomology:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Studying insect activity on decomposing bodies to estimate the time of death. \tn % Row Count 5 (+ 5) % Row 6 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Identifying and analyzing insect species and life stages. \tn % Row Count 9 (+ 4) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Forensic Chemistry}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Overview:}} & The application of chemical analysis to identify and analyze substances related to criminal investigations. \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 6) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Drug Analysis:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Identifying and quantifying controlled substances and illegal drugs. \tn % Row Count 11 (+ 5) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). \tn % Row Count 17 (+ 6) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Toxicology:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Analyzing biological samples (e.g., blood, urine) to detect the presence of poisons, drugs, or other toxic substances. \tn % Row Count 24 (+ 7) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Immunoassays, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS). \tn % Row Count 28 (+ 4) % Row 5 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Explosives and Firearms Analysis:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Identifying residues and components of explosives and firearms to link suspects to criminal activities. \tn % Row Count 34 (+ 6) \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \vfill \columnbreak \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Forensic Chemistry (cont)}} \tn % Row 6 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Chemical tests for residues, comparison of ballistic evidence. \tn % Row Count 4 (+ 4) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.28942 cm} x{2.68758 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Forensic Odontology}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Overview:}} & The application of dental science to identify individuals and analyze bite marks in criminal investigations. \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 6) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Identification:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Using dental records to identify deceased individuals or victims in cases where other identification methods are not available. \tn % Row Count 13 (+ 7) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Key Areas: Bite Mark Analysis:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Analyzing bite marks on victims to identify suspects based on dental patterns. \tn % Row Count 18 (+ 5) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Comparing bite mark patterns with dental impressions and photographs. \tn % Row Count 23 (+ 5) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.23965 cm} x{2.73735 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Forensic Anthropology}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Overview:}} & The study of human skeletal remains to assist in identifying individuals and determining cause of death. \tn % Row Count 5 (+ 5) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Skeletal Analysis:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Examining bones to determine age, sex, ancestry, and stature of deceased individuals. \tn % Row Count 10 (+ 5) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Analyzing bone morphology and dental patterns. \tn % Row Count 13 (+ 3) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Trauma Analysis:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Identifying and interpreting skeletal trauma to determine the cause of death or injury. \tn % Row Count 18 (+ 5) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Examining fractures, bullet wounds, and other injuries. \tn % Row Count 22 (+ 4) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Forensic Pathology}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Overview:}} & The study of cause and manner of death through the examination of deceased bodies. \tn % Row Count 5 (+ 5) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Autopsy:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} A thorough examination of a body to determine the cause of death and collect evidence \tn % Row Count 11 (+ 6) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Types:}} Medical autopsies (for health reasons) and forensic autopsies (for legal investigations). \tn % Row Count 16 (+ 5) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Determination of Cause and Manner of Death:}} & {\bf{Cause of Death:}} The specific reason for death (e.g., gunshot wound, overdose). \tn % Row Count 21 (+ 5) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Manner of Death:}} The circumstances surrounding the death (e.g., homicide, accident, natural causes). \tn % Row Count 27 (+ 6) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Digital Forensics}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Overview:}} & The investigation of digital devices to recover and analyze electronic evidence related to criminal activities. \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 6) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Data Recovery:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Extracting data from digital devices such as computers, smartphones, and storage media. \tn % Row Count 12 (+ 6) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Using specialized software and hardware to recover deleted or encrypted data. \tn % Row Count 17 (+ 5) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Cybercrime Investigation:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Investigating crimes involving computers and networks, such as hacking, fraud, and cyberstalking. \tn % Row Count 23 (+ 6) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Analyzing network logs, email records, and digital footprints. \tn % Row Count 27 (+ 4) % Row 5 \SetRowColor{white} {\bf{Key Areas: Incident Response:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Managing and responding to cybersecurity incidents to prevent further damage and gather evidence. \tn % Row Count 33 (+ 6) \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \vfill \columnbreak \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Digital Forensics (cont)}} \tn % Row 6 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} & {\bf{Techniques:}} Implementing containment measures, conducting forensic analysis, and documenting findings. \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 6) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.14011 cm} x{2.83689 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Legal and Ethical Considerations}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Admissibility of Evidence:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Ensuring that forensic evidence is collected, preserved, and presented according to legal standards. \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 6) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Challenges:}} Addressing issues such as contamination, chain of custody, and proper documentation. \tn % Row Count 11 (+ 5) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Ethical Issues:}} & {\bf{Confidentiality:}} Protecting the privacy of individuals involved in investigations and handling sensitive information responsibly. \tn % Row Count 18 (+ 7) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Bias and Objectivity:}} Ensuring that forensic investigations are conducted impartially and without personal or professional biases. \tn % Row Count 25 (+ 7) % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Expert Testimony:}} & {\bf{Role:}} Providing expert opinions and interpretations of forensic evidence in court. \tn % Row Count 29 (+ 4) % Row 5 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Challenges:}} Ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to legal standards in testimony. \tn % Row Count 34 (+ 5) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Emerging Trends in Forensic Investigation}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Advancements in Technology:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Utilizing new technologies to enhance forensic investigations. \tn % Row Count 4 (+ 4) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Examples:}} DNA phenotyping, advanced imaging techniques, and artificial intelligence in data analysis. \tn % Row Count 10 (+ 6) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Integration of Forensic Disciplines:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Combining expertise from various forensic disciplines to provide comprehensive analyses. \tn % Row Count 16 (+ 6) % Row 3 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Examples:}} Collaborating between forensic pathologists, anthropologists, and digital forensic experts to solve complex cases.Examples: Collaborating between forensic pathologists, anthropologists, and digital forensic experts to solve complex cases.Examples: Collaborating between forensic pathologists, anthropologists, and digital forensic experts to solve complex cases.Examples: Collaborating between forensic pathologists, anthropologists, and digital forensic experts to solve complex cases.Examples: Collaborating between forensic pathologists, anthropologists, and digital forensic experts to solve complex cases.Examples: Collaborating between forensic pathologists, anthropologists, and digital forensic experts to solve complex cases. \tn % Row Count 54 (+ 38) \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \vfill \columnbreak \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{x{2.4885 cm} x{2.4885 cm} } \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{2}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Emerging Trends in Forensic Investigation (cont)}} \tn % Row 4 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} {\bf{Forensic Psychology:}} & {\bf{Definition:}} Applying psychological principles to understand criminal behavior and assist in investigations. \tn % Row Count 6 (+ 6) % Row 5 \SetRowColor{white} & {\bf{Examples:}} Criminal profiling, competency evaluations, and assessments of mental state. \tn % Row Count 11 (+ 5) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}--} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} \begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X} \SetRowColor{DarkBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Conclusion}} \tn % Row 0 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Forensic investigation is a critical field that integrates scientific principles and methodologies to support the legal system} \tn % Row Count 3 (+ 3) % Row 1 \SetRowColor{white} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{By understanding the various components, techniques, and challenges involved, professionals can effectively contribute to criminal justice, ensure the integrity of evidence, and aid in solving complex cases} \tn % Row Count 8 (+ 5) % Row 2 \SetRowColor{LightBackground} \mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{The evolving nature of forensic science requires continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies and methodologies} \tn % Row Count 11 (+ 3) \hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-} \end{tabularx} \par\addvspace{1.3em} % That's all folks \end{multicols*} \end{document}