Sniffing Around: A Handler's Guide to Handling Sniffer Dog Crime Scenes

Download or read book Sniffing Around: A Handler's Guide to Handling Sniffer Dog Crime Scenes written by Didi Wamukoya and published by African Wildlife Foundation. This book was released on 2019-06-01 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sniffer dog handlers are always dealing with wildlife crime scenes when their dogs detect wildlife contraband. Unfortunately, their training does not prepare them for their role as first responders to wildlife crime scenes and this may lead to mishandling or scenes and evidence which eventually leads to acquittals of offenders. This Handbook is intended to assist Sniffer dog handlers upon whom the responsibility of preserving the crime scene and collecting evidence may fall, if there is no investigator available. The handbook attempts to address unique crime scene situations that may be encountered by sniffer dog teams including luggage, parcels and shipping containers. Sniffer dog handlers as first responders must use caution when managing wildlife crime scenes so as not to violate any laws. Sniffer dog teams sometimes work in highly secure areas in ports and airports that are governed by local and international customs laws and procedures that give direction on seizing and detaining goods. In such situations, the handler may need to obtain additional legal authority before they proceed with collection of the evidence.