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So, processing at the scene of the crime, let's start with advantages.
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So one is, would be immediate results.
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We would also have the preservation of chain of custody.
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And three, we would have critical evidence.
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So for the immediate results, processing evidence at the crime scene can yield these.
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And if usable fingerprints are found, law enforcement can take prompt action, such as identifying potential suspects or securing the area.
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And then preserving the chain of custody, keeping evidence at the scene avoids potential issues related to the chain of custody as the evidence remains in control of the officers.
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And then for critical evidence, in cases where the evidence is fragile or perishable, processing at the scene may be necessary to prevent deterioration and loss.
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Then there's also some disadvantages.
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So there's definitely resource constraints.
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So processing evidence at the scene may require specialized equipment and trained personnel, which might not always be available or practical...