c.
Mark each item with your initials, date, and time, for
identification and record in your notes where on the item you
placed the marks.
d.
Place evidence that cannot be marked (items that are fragile, of
high intrinsic value or that are too small) in a suitable
container, seal the container, and mark the container with your
initials or signature and the date and time. NOTE:
Include the
CID control number or MPR number, as appropriate.
e.
Record each item of evidence on an evidence custody document DA
Form 4137 and tag with DA Form 4002.
EXAMPLE:
1315 HRS
Began collecting and preserving evidence.
PISTOL:
Checked for additional and or trace evidence -negative results; the
pistol is NOT loaded.
Additional marks and or features - Mfg. markings "PATENTED APR.
20
1897...AUG 19, 1913 COLT'S PT. P.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. USA" on
the slide, the side that was facing down.
Marked on slide, barrel, and receiver, SLK, 24 Dec 8X, 1322.
Tagged with DA Form 4002 (See figure 2-4) and entered on DA Form 4137
(See Figure 2-11).
BOTTLE:
Checked for additional and or trace evidence -negative results.
Additional marks and or features - Mfg. markings in raised
glass
lettering on the bottom "LIQUOR BOTTLE KY-DRB-230 60 16 70."
Marked on bottom and inside base edge of cap, SLK, 24 Dec 8X, 1329.
Replaced cap onto the bottle.
Tagged with DA Form 4002 (See Figure 2-5) and entered on DA Form 4137
(See Figure 2-11).
SHELL CASING:
Checked for additional and or trace evidence - negative results.
Additional marks and/or features - Mfg. markings "REM-UMC 45 AUTO"
around the outside edge of the primer end.
MP0018
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