19. Evidence Collection

Forensic Nurse Files

Examination, collection, and preservation of evidence that may be used for legal purposes is one of the most important steps in a Forensic Medical Exam. In today’s episode Ellie and Rih describe what goes into that process.

SUPPORT:

National Center for Victims of Crime:

https://victimsofcrime.org

Victim Connect Resource Center:

https://victimconnect.org

National Crime Victim Bar Association:

https://victimbar.org

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA):

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI):

https://www.nami.org/help

SOURCES:

Office of Justice Programs: Office for Victims of Crime:

https://www.ovcttac.gov/saneguide/identifying-essential-components-of-a-sane-program/evidence-collection/

Medscape:

https://www.medscape.org/viewarticle/571057

Forensics for Survivors:

https://www.surviverape.org/forensics/sexual-assault-forensics/evidence

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Are you a nurse or healthcare provider in the forensics field? Are you a victim of assault? Reach out to us! We would love to feature you or your story anonymously on an episode!