Evidence needs to be carefully documented as to where, when, by whom it was collected, and to whom it is transferred. This standard operating procedure is referred to as
A) the Fourth Amendment.
B) a search warrant.
C) probable cause.
D) chain of custody.
E) illegal search and seizure.

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The standard operating procedure of carefully documenting the evidence's collection, transfer, and handling is referred to as the chain of custody. This helps maintain the integrity of the evidence and ensures it can be admissible in court.

Evidence Needs to Be Carefully Documented as to Where, When