07 Crime Scene Doc & Photog
07 Crime Scene Doc & Photog
Proper documentation of the crime scene starts with the first responder. Law
enforcement officers note the condition of the scene upon their arrival and
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY!
begin to acquire information to aid in the investigation. Securing the scene We offer a 3-day, onsite course
and marking evidence and items of interest are important steps to preserve in Crime Scene Photography.
the integrity of the investigation. The primary method of documenting crime Students will learn how to
scenes is through photography along with increased emphasis on video. To document crime scenes with
properly document evidence using photography, all closeup evidence photos photography by applying
must include a scale. Other methods to help enhance the documentation knowledge of photographic
include sketching of the crime scene and developing information from eye concepts as well as legal
witness accounts. standards for admissibility in
Sirchie provides a broad range of scales, rulers, sketching templates and court.
equipment, camera kits, and photography supplies to aid the investigator
in crime scene documentation. We also supply many options of barrier
tapes, evidence marking, and crime scene security including our portable
photography barrier and scene guard tent to help preserve the integrity of the
scene as it was first encountered. Sirchie also o offers comPHOTOfit® + Color
III Facial Composite Software for use with eye witnesses or victims of crimes
to develop realistic color composites of suspects.
BARRIER TAPE
Establish and maintain tight control over crime/emergency scene perimeters
quickly and efficiently with our barrier tape. Eye-catching black lettering is
printed on brilliant yellow or red polyethylene. The tape is three inches (7.5
cm) wide by 1,000 feet (300 m) long. The warning repeats every 31 inches.
No. BT100
No. BT100SP
No. BT100BL
No. BT200
No. BT300
No. BT400
No. BT500
Barrier tapes should be used in situations
where control of the area is a priority.
No. BT600
NOTE: Bulk packaged rolls are not furnished with dispenser boxes. See
the following page for BTD100 & BTD200 Barrier Tape Dispensers for bulk
packaged rolls (8 rolls/pack).
BARRIER POSTS
Control at crime scenes and other emergency situations is essential. However, No. BTD200 with Barrier Tape roll loaded.
not every location has fixed objects for securing barrier tape. Barrier Posts
solve the problem. They are 4 ft. tall with a 9” stake. Simply push the stake
into the ground using the foot stand. Each post has various supports for
adjusting the height of the barrier tape.
SCENE GUARD
SCENE COVER TENT
Help preserve the integrity of
your crime scene and keep crucial
evidence protected from weather
and other elements with Sirchie’s
Scene Guard Scene Cover Tent
(SCT1010). Sirchie’s tent is
The included carry case allows you to take your constructed of incredibly strong
Scene Cover Tent anywhere.
composite materials that make
it very durable while keeping
it lightweight. The composite
tent legs and frame are many
times stronger than steel, are not
susceptible to rust, and highly
resistant to dents. This tent is less
susceptible to breakage than metal
rod framed tents. It is ideal for rugged use at the scene in any type of weather
conditions. The tent comes with four detachable walls and is very easy to set up
and take down. It comes in a wheeled case for easy transport from your vehicle
The Scene Cover Tent can be set up by two to the scene and back. Whether you need to keep the sun, rain, wind, or snow
people, and in a number of configurations. Use out, or keep the scene shielded from public view, the Scene Guard Scene Cover
it with no walls; one, two, three, or a four wall Tent is the perfect solution for any law enforcement organization.
set up with a zippered door.
Scene Guard Scene Cover Tent can be used with Scene Guard Photography
Barrier (FCCSGD01) and any of Sirchie’s photography, camera, and marking/
scale kits as a total solution for your crime scene protection, documentation, and
evidence marking needs.
Set of 4 fillable weight bags included for anchoring the tent during windy
conditions.
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
SCT1010 Scene Guard Scene Cover Tent, 10 ft. x 10 ft., Fiberglass
The Scene Cover Tent features a spacious
10 ft. x 10 ft. interior. CRIME SCENE STEPPING PADS
Avoid disturbing and/or destroying physical evidence while processing the
crime scene with Crime Scene Stepping Pads. The CSSP100K Kit includes 10
heavy-gauge (0.090” thick) aluminum alloy stepping pads stacked in a heavy-
duty, molded carrying case for instant use. They are ideal for deployment
on any flat floor surface whether it's wood,
carpet, ceramic, or vinyl tile. An extremely
small footprint of 2.5 sq. in. per pad is made
with the six points that the stepping pads
touch the floor.
The CSSP100K Crime Scene Stepping Pads
boast two important safety features. First are
Get close to the scene without disturbing or the non-slip friction pads installed on the feet
destroying potential evidence. to assure steadfast placement and prevent
surface damage. Second, each pad is
CSSP100K SPECIFICATIONS: machine-stamped with 131 traction
• Pad Dimensions: 19.75" x 12" x 2" protrusions to facilitate a non-slip
(50.2cm x 30.5cm x 5.1cm) surface which is especially
• Pad Weight: 2.7 lbs. (1.2kg) ea. beneficial if you’re wearing
CONFIGURATIONS: Tyvek® shoe covers.
• As A Work Surface: Typ. Coverage (ap-
prox.)=16.5 sq. ft. (1.5 sq. meters)
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
• As A Walkway (approx.): Typ. Length=30
ft. (9.14m) CSSP100K Crime Scene Stepping Pads, Set of 10
FCCSGD01 CONTENTS:
2- Support Feet 33” (83.82cm)
2- Support Legs 38” (96.52cm)
2- Cross Supports 35” (88.90cm)
1- Nylon Screen 6’ x 40” (182.8cm x 101.6cm)
1- Nylon Carrying Case w/Handgrips
2- Extension Clips
No. EPS20B
PHOTO EVIDENCE SCALES (ADHESIVE BACK)
These scales are 2” (50mm) wide and are printed on flat, pressure-sensitive
label stock with a non-permanent adhesive back. Use them on vertical or
horizontal surfaces. Fingerprints, traces of blood, and bullet holes are easily
measured for photographic purposes.
No. EPS20W CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
PPS500 Adhesive Photo Evidence Scale, White on Black, 50 each
PPS501 Adhesive Photo Evidence Scale, Black on Gray, 50 each
PPS502 Adhesive Photo Evidence Scale, Black on White, 50 each
No. PPS501
PHOTO EVIDENCE SCALES (MAGNETIC)
SIRCHIE ® offers a full line of magnetic scales to facilitate evidence
photography when ferrous surfaces such as file cabinets, desks, or motor
vehicles are involved. Magnetic scales are made of soft vinyl magnetic
backing material. Sold in packs of ten.
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
No. PPS500 MR500 Magnetic Photo Evidence Scale, White on Black, 10 each
MR501 Magnetic Photo Evidence Scale, Black on Gray, 10 each
MR502 Magnetic Photo Evidence Scale, Black on White, 10 each
No. MR501
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PPS601 Reversible Scale, 150mm
PPS6000 Set of 2: 1 ea. PPS600 & PPS601
FORENSIC SCALES
These scales are designed primarily for forensic professionals who are
involved with the study of the anatomy, growth, and disease of teeth. They
feature superb divisional definition in English or metric. Black and white
No. PPS800 scales are provided on matte-finish vinyl and a smaller adhesive backed
55mm version is available on rolls of 100. The fluorescent scales in green or
orange are printed on 90 lb. card stock.
No. PPS800IF
EVIDENTIAL PHOTOGRAPHY SCALES
The PPS300 and PPS301 scales are designed for evidential photography. They
are printed on rigid matte-finish vinyl for reflection-free photography. Scales
are available in two sizes and feature excellent divisional definition.
No. PPS900
No. PPS700 Front & Back No. PPS701 Front & Back
No. PIC001
BLOOD STAIN/EVIDENCE TEMPLATES
When it isn’t possible or practical to analyze blood stains at the crime scene,
this handy template permits you to record the evidence in a format acceptable
in most jurisdictions. The template is printed on pressure-sensitive,
removable adhesive stock that will hold fast to walls, floors and ceilings. Each
template is die-cut and features a pre-printed scale and information blanks.
Document blood spatters, bullet holes, tool marks and many other kinds of
physical evidence (10cm x 10cm).
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
No. BST1 BST1 Blood Stain/Evidence Template, Pack of 15
BST2 Blood Stain/Evidence Template, Open Scale, Pack of 15
PHOTOGRAPHY ID MARKERS
If you’re tired of flipping pages and sorting through stacks of photo ID
markers, then our Photo ID Marker kit is just what you need. These rugged,
clear cases are divided into compartments that are ideal for organizing
markers so they’re ready when you need them— no more searching! Like our
other photo numbers and scales, these photo ID markers feature a pressure-
sensitive, non-permanent adhesive for easy removal from almost any surface.
Identify, sequence and size many different types of physical evidence. Two
kits available: PIM600 includes a 12-compartment case with 1” x 1.375”
markers containing numbers 0-9 with 2cm Scale, blanks with 2 cm Scale and
arrows, 50 ea. (600 total markers). PIM1800 includes a 36-compartment case
with 1” x 1.375” markers containing numbers 0-9 with 2cm Scale and letters
A-Z with 2 cm Scale, 50 ea. (1,800 total markers).
SIRCHMARK™ REFLECTOR
FEATURES:
• These dots are reusable and come in packs
of 32
• Available in 5 colors: red; green; yellow;
blue; or white
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
SMR32 SIRCHMARK™Reflectors, Red, 32 each
SMG32 SIRCHMARK™Reflectors, Green, 32 each
SMB32 SIRCHMARK™Reflectors, Blue, 32 each
SMY32 SIRCHMARK™Reflectors, Yellow, 32 each
SMW32 SIRCHMARK™Reflectors, White, 32 each
9” CRIME/ACCIDENT PHOTO
LOCATOR CONES
These multi-purpose cones are made of
bright orange/red polyethylene plastic and
are 9” (22.9cm) high. Cones may be used No. CSTC10012
at crime scenes as evidence markers or for 12” Locator Cones
traffic control. Printed with black numerals
1-8 or 9-16.
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PMK1000 Crime Scene Photo Marker Kit
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Crime Scene
Documentation/ Crime Scene Sketch Kits
Photography
DK1 Contents:
1- TB100 Booklet, “Sketching & Detail Drawing BASIC CRIME SCENE
of the Crime Scene” SKETCH KIT
1- 376 C-Thru Protractor This kit contains the basic components
1- CSD11 Crime/Accident Scene Sketch needed for crime/accident scene
Forms, 50 sheets
sketches at an economical price. All
1- CSS11 Crime Scene Sketch Pad, with
Forms, Symbols and Pre-drawn Diagrams items are self-contained in a vinyl
1- CST1 Crime Scene Template binder.
1- KCP134 Mechanical Drafting Pencil
1- KCP216 Felt-Tip Marker, Medium Point,
Black
1- TT1 Traffic Template CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
1- DK11 Vinyl Folder w/Internal Pockets DK1 Basic Crime Scene Sketch Kit
SK1000 CONTENTS:
1- KCP130 Pad of Graph Paper, 50 Sheets
MASTER CRIME SCENE
1- KCP131 12” (30cm) Plastic Ruler
SKETCH KIT 1- KCP134 Mechanical Sketch Pencil
This is a complete crime scene 1- TT1 Traffic Template
sketch kit used by the most 1- 1190i Lavatory Planning Template
progressive police departments 1- 714 House Furnishings Template
worldwide. All the necessary 1- 712 Store Layout Template
components for quick and 1- 710 Office Plan Template
professional crime scene 1- KCP135 Universal Compass
sketching are housed in a fold- 1- SK800 50 ft. (15m) Steel Rule
out briefcase for use in the field 1- KCP136 Set of Professional Drawing
or squad room. It is an absolute Instruments
must for the well-prepared 1- KCP132 30O/60O/90O Clear Plastic Triangle
investigator. 1- KCP133 45O/45O/90O Clear Plastic Triangle
1- TB100 “Sketching and Detail Drawings of
the Crime Scene” Booklet
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE 1- SK1000C Vinyl, Leather-Finish, Briefcase-
Type Carrying Case: Dimensions: 13.5” x
SK1000 Master Crime Scene Sketch Kit 12.5” x 2.25”
(34.3cm x 31.8cm x 5.7cm);
Weight: 3.56 lbs. (1.6kg)
SQUAD CAR
SK0001 CONTENTS:
SKETCH KIT 1- KCP130 Pad of Graph Paper, 50 Sheets
This is the perfect tool 1- KCP131 12” (30cm) Plastic Ruler
for accident and crime 1- 712 Store Layout Template
scene sketching. This 1- 710 Office Plan Template
compact kit contains the 1- KCP132 30O/60O/90O Clear Plastic Triangle
basic tools necessary 1- KCP133 45O/45O/90O Clear Plastic Triangle
for rough and finished 1- 1190i Lavatory Planning Template
sketches. Get economy 1- 714 House Furnishings Template
without sacrificing 1- KCP134 Mechanical Sketch Pencil
quality. 1- TT1 Traffic Template
1- TB100 “Sketching and Detail Drawings of
the Crime Scene” Booklet
1- SK0001C Vinyl, Leather-Finish Clipboard
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE Folder; Dimensions: 9.5” x 12.75” x .5”
(24.1cm x 32.4cm x 1.3cm);
SK0001 Squad Car Sketch Kit Weight: 1.52 lbs. (689g)
LTF200 contains two digital angle finders, the DMANGLE, which with an
adapter, can be placed directly on penetration rods to determine the angle
of trajectory, and the DRP10, a digital protractor that measures any angle by
simply placing the bottom edge at the measurement point, and opening the
other leg to the point of measurement. The digital read out is accurate to 0.2
degrees.
Measure trajectory angle with DMANGLE
digital angle finder and laser mounted on tripod
using the tripod adapter
Finally, for documenting the trajectory path beyond the rods, the kit provides LTF200 CONTENTS:
for two methods, stringing and laser trajectory. For stringing, LTF200 includes 1- DMANGLE Digital Angle Finder
elastic string, which when tightened does not sag like conventional string. 1- DRP10 Digital Protractor
Included are 6 spools (2 bright yellow, 2 bright orange, 1 neon green, and 1 1- Angle Bracket
highly reflective silver). For laser trajectory, LTF200 contains two lasers, a red 1- Protractor Laser Mount
laser and a new 5mw green laser. The lasers can be attached to the trajectory 1- Sunpak Model Tripod
rods or placed on an included tripod mount to project the path of the bullet. 1- Tripod Adapter
1- Tripod Extension Rod
The kit also includes marking cones and triangles for identifying shell casings 2- Mounting Magnets
or other evidence locations, adhesive decals printed with a 2 cm scale and a 1- Counter balance bottle, 32 oz.
blank space for custom manual labeling of bullet holes, a tape measure, and 1- LTF201 Trajectory Rod Set (4 Penetrating,
reusable Stikki-Dots® and Stikki-Clips® that can be used to attach markers and 4 Photography)
string to any smooth surface. This kit is contained in an easy to carry and easy 1- LTF200EC Elastic Cord Set, 6 Spools
(LTF200Y - 2 Yellow; LTF200N - 2 Orange;
to deploy 5.11 Tactical Rush 24 backpack, and contains everything needed to LTF200S -1 Reflective Silver; LTF200G - 1
execute a sound ballistics or shooting reconstruction. Fluorescent Green)
1- LTF208 Centering Cone Set, 8 Cones &
Grommets
4- Threading Tips
1- LTF102 Red Laser 5mW
1- LTF200GL Green Laser 5mW
1- Acrylic Photo Card
1- SEM20N SIRCHMARK™ Orange Acrylic
Evidence Marker, Bag of 20
1- SEM20Y SIRCHMARK™ Yellow Acrylic
Evidence Marker, Bag of 20
1- SKC20 StikkiCLIPS® White Plastic,
Pack of 20
1- SKC50 StikkiDOTS® Reusable Wax Dots,
Pack of 50
1- PEN15VS Short Plastic Photo Numbers
(1-15)
1- PPS401 Vinyl Photo Evidence Scale, Gray,
10 each
1- PIM700 Photo ID Markers, Blank w/scale,
50 x 4 sheets
1- PNBR100 Label Circles, A-D, 0-9, 4 sheets,
11 ea. label
1- SK900 Steel Tape Measure, Manual
(100ft./30m)
1- Marker Sharpie® Fine Point Black
1- LTF200C 5.11 RUSH 24 Backpack
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CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE
LTF200 Advanced Laser Trajectory Finder Kit
Locking Collar
SIRCHSTAND™ FORENSIC
PHOTOGRAPHY STAND
The SirchStand™ is a high quality, versatile,
and portable copy stand for forensic
photography. It features an easy to adjust
column, allowing one-hand operation to
raise and lower the camera. The base is
magnetic, finished in a matte black, and
The flexible arms at all four corners of the
etched with a 1 cm square grid for scaling.
base and the two on the camera mount The stand also features flexible arms both
can be removed—allowing for a variety of on the base and on the camera mount
configurations. where SIRCHIE ®’s TMX LED forensic
lights (white, UV 395nm and 455nm blue)
can be used for oblique light photography,
or with camera filters for photographing The SirchStand™ camera mount is
bodily fluid stains, enhanced cyanoacrylate compatible with most DSLR cameras
(1/4” diameter, 20 thread count)
fuming results, or fluorescent powder (camera not included)
developed latent prints. The unit is sturdy,
able to support most mid-
range to large cameras,
and guarantee a 90
degree angle
to the object.
Even with all
of these robust
features, the stand
is very mobile. It
weighs 22 lb., and has
an easy to remove
Add any of the six included Forensic Lights as column, so it can be
needed—bending the flexible arms to precisely taken directly to the
position them. crime scene or to the
Medical Examiner’s
office. SirchStand™
is the copy stand
built with the forensic
photographer
in mind, making
forensic photography
that much easier.
The UV light (395nm) in use with a DSLR with macro lens can be used for close-up photos
of fingerprints developed with fluorescent powder. (camera not included) PHTMX01 INCLUDES:
1- SirchStand™ Forensic Photography Stand
2 - 55K White LED, black anodized aluminum
2 - 395nm UV LED, black anodized aluminum
2 - 455nm LED, black anodized aluminum
1- PGE4 Photography Glare Elimination Paper,
18” x 13.5” (45.7cm x 34.3cm),
4 each
1- FXMAG4 Magnets, 4 each
Oblique white light used with a DSLR with macro lens for close-up photos of indented writing. (camera not included)
Larger evidence such as footwear castings can be photographed by raising the mounted camera using the column The PHTMX01 includes 4 pin-style magnets for
adjustment. The resulting photo is made possible by using the white light from an oblique angle. (camera not included) securing evidence on the evidence platform.
THE FLEXOPOD™
Many photographic assignments require the
use of a rigid camera support but most photo-
type tripods are simply too big and bulky
to be useful. The FlexOpod™ was designed
specifically for just those types of difficult, close-
up situations that require a steady, sturdy mount
to support the camera.
The FlexOpod™ is a compact, simple-to-use
photographic platform with fully adjustable,
vinyl covered, gooseneck legs that work on flat
or irregular surfaces. It is sturdy enough to
support most digital cameras.
A stairwell poses no problems for the FLXP100
For those situations where highly irregular when the optional leg extenders
surfaces such as stairwells are to be (FLXP101) are attached.
photographed, optional leg extenders are
available.
FLXP100 SPECIFICATIONS:
FlexOpod™ • Individual Leg Length: 12.875” (32.7cm)
(camera not • Overall Length: 16.25” (41.3cm)
included). • Total Weight: 2.9 lbs. (1.3kg)
FLXP101 SPECIFICATIONS:
• Individual Leg Length: 12” (30.5cm)
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE • Total Weight: 1.86 lbs. (.8kg)
FLXP100 FlexOpod™
FLXP101 FlexOpod™ Optional Leg Extenders (3)
The above composite was created using the five basic feature types along with accessory eyeglasses, mustache and
beard. A scar was added afterward using the Wrinkle/Scar Tool.
poster any way you want. After sending your Approx. Age: 30-35
Hair: Brown
finished composite to the Poster Tool, create Eyes: Brown
for use over a network. You can purchase the software for use on a single
computer or add additional licenses. If you work on a network with the need OPERATING REQUIREMENTS:
for multiple users creating composites, we now offer licenses for 5, 10, 15, or • Video Display: SVGA monitor, SVGA card
20 additional network users. capable of 64K colors @ 1024 x 768 pixel
screen resolution
CATALOG NO. DESCRIPTION PRICE • Operating System: Microsoft®
Windows® XP, Win 7, and Win 8 (32 and
CSW03000 COMPHOTOFIT + COLOR III Facial Composite Software
®
64 bit)
CSW03001 Single Additional License • RAM Memory: 4 GB
CSW03002 Network License (5 additional users) • CD/DVD Reader
• USB 2.0 port
CSW03003 Network License (10 additional users)
• Mouse: Microsoft® mouse or compatible
CSW03004 Network License (15 additional users) • Printer: Any Windows® supported
CSW03005 Network License (20 additional users) graphics printer
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837PH Hand-Held Rotary I.D. Sign (specify heading)
UNIVERSAL PHOTO
IDENTIFICATION STAND
This stand is an excellent choice for departments
not requiring dedicated camera systems. It is a complete,
totally integrated identification camera stand that offers easy
operation and guaranteed performance.
The stand features a 4-footed, cast iron base for stabilization
and permanent mounting, if necessary. A height-lock
mechanism moves vertically and features a Teflon® locking
collar.
The No. 893PA Electronic Digital Sign mounted The stand is for departments requiring a stable platform for
on the No. 830P. a variety of different camera systems. The Universal Photo
Identification Stand is available in 3 different configurations
827P SPECIFICATIONS: allowing departments to choose and adapt the stand to meet
Height (floor to top of platform): Min. 47.5” specific needs.
(1.2m); Max. 65” (1.6m); Total Travel 17.5”
(44.4cm)
Platform Size:
0.75”H x 23.8”W x 11.8”D
(1.9cm x 60.4cm x 30cm) Easily attach an
Distance from the center line of the upright identification camera
tubing to the end of the horizontal arm: 34.5” and mug sign to the
(87.6cm). camera stand.
IDENTIFICATION HEIGHT
SCREEN
Use the identification height screen
with any photographic identification
system. It is printed in black with
metric and English measurement
graduations on a white background.
The screen is available pre-mounted
on a 32” x 21” x 0.187” rigid backing
or unmounted.
No. 846P No. 846PE