AFTE Knowledge and Ability Factors
| 1. |
Knowledge of legal search requirements and restrictions governing access to the crime scene and materials that can be legally seized |
| 6. |
Knowledge of legal requirements for the preservation of evidence (Chain of Custody) |
| 17. |
Knowledge of the proper methodologies for the written documentation of scientific results |
| 18. |
Knowledge of how to prepare reports for peer review |
| 21. |
Knowledge of testing procedures (protocol) commonly used to examine evidence, the expected results from each, and when to apply each |
| 94. |
Knowledge of the types of legal vs. illegal ammunition |
| 145. |
Knowledge of legal requirements (e.g., Daubert and Frye cases) and the protocols for the presentation of scientific evidence |
| 146. |
Knowledge of appropriate legislation and statutory definitions as applied to the expert witness |
| 147. |
Knowledge of courtroom procedures regarding the testimony of expert witnesses |
| 148. |
Knowledge of the proper demeanor for testifying in legal proceedings |
| 149. |
Knowledge of the preparation and use of demonstrative evidence (such as displays, etc.) |
| 99. |
Ability to interpret and present technical results and their significance in lay terms |
| 100. |
Ability to look professional and maintain a professional
demeanor while testifying in legal proceedings |
| 101. |
Ability to listen to and comprehend statements and questions made during legal proceedings |
| 102. |
Ability to present effective testimony that is thorough and objective using good communication skills |
| 103. |
Ability to prepare and use visual displays in legal
proceedings |
| 105. |
Ability to advocate only the propriety of the casework that was performed, and not the position of either the prosecution or the defense |
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