How should corroborating evidence be handled on a 400-series case?

• A. Collect, log, tag with proper identifiers, and secure in evidence processing.
• B. Share publicly before securing.
• C. Delete duplicates to simplify case.
• D. Keep evidence only in the officer's notebook.

Answer: (A)

Handling corroborating evidence requires preserving its integrity and traceability. That means collecting all items properly, logging them into the evidence system, tagging them with clear identifiers (case number, item number, description, date, location), and securing them in the evidence processing area with tamper-evident seals. This creates a documented chain of custody and keeps the items in their original condition for analysis, court, or disposition. Publicly sharing before securing can contaminate or prejudice the investigation, deleting duplicates risks losing essential information, and keeping evidence only in an officer’s notebook lacks secure storage and a verifiable chain of custody. So, collecting, logging, tagging with proper identifiers, and securing in evidence processing is the correct approach.