Forensic Scene Documentation Using Mobile Technology
 

Ibrahim Baggili
Department of Computer Technology
Purdue University
baggili@purdue.edu
 

ABSTRACT

This paper outlines a framework for integrating forensic scene documentation with mobile technology. Currently there are no set standards for documenting a forensic scene. Nonetheless, there is a conceptual framework that forensic scientists and engineers use that includes note taking, scene sketches, photographs, video, and voice interview recordings. This conceptual framework will be the basis that a mobile forensic scene documentation software system is built on. A mobile software system for documenting a forensic scene may help in standardizing forensic scene documentation by regulating the data collection and documentation processes for various forensic disciplines.

Keywords: Forensic Scene Documentation, Mobile Technology in Forensics, Standard Forensic Scene Documentation, Forensic Software, Engineering Forensics, Forensic Science.