Forensic Science: Proper Crime Scene Techniques. The word "Forensic" is derived from the Latin forensus, meaning "of the forum."1 In ancient Rome, the forum was where governmental debates were held, but it was also where trials were held -- the courthouse. From that, forensic science has come to mean the application of the natural and physical science to the resolution of matters within a legal context. Forensic Science can be viewed as a tripartite structure …showed first 75 words of 3172 total…

…showed last 75 words of 3172 total…evidence has been accounted for from beginning to end. The final thing investigators must make sure is that all evidence was seized properly and with probable cause. This is the main reason why in so many court cases evidence is thrown out, improper searches and seizures. If any investigator is in doubt on weather or not a place or person can be search, it is always best to obtain a warrant for that such reason.