AS 5388.4-2013

Abstract

This Standard sets out requirements and recommendations for the reporting of results and opinions, derived from scientific data and observations in the analysis and examination of physical material, for investigative purposes and for use in legal proceedings.

Scope

This Standard sets out requirements and recommendations for the reporting of results and opinions, derived from scientific data and observation in the analysis and examination of physical material, for investigative purposes and which may be used in legal proceedings.
The areas covered by this document include the following:
(a) Report types.
(b) Case file and report review.
(c) Reporting of results.
(d) Reporting of opinions.
The processes of review and reporting apply to results and opinions.
NOTE: The weighting of opinions is also discussed in AS 5388.3.
Though intended primarily for use in reporting the forensic analysis of physical material, this Standard may also apply to the reporting of the forensic analysis of digital evidence.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
Pages
ISBN
Committee	CH-041
Supersedes	DR AS 5388.4 CP