28 Hours
Digital photography is being used more and more by officers
and investigators as a documentation tool in the field. This
four-day course is designed as an introduction to using digital
photography in crime scene investigations and managing the
images that are captured. Topics to be discussed and
demonstrated will include Digital Photography and Imaging,
Computer Hardware and Software Issues, Enhancement Techniques,
Creating Quality Printed Images, SOPs, Archival Requirements,
and Legal Issues. Panorama (QTVR) and digital video will also be
discussed. All officers are required to bring a digital camera
with flash and flash cards. Tripods are also required. Video
cameras may also be utilized in several exercises. Officers
using digital video in casework are encouraged to bring their
digital video cameras. Enrollment is limited to 20 participants.
April 28–May 1, 2009
Criminal Justice Institute