What are examples of temporary evidence?

• A. Tire mark shadows, a tire imprint from blood, location of injured person that was ejected from vehicle
• B. Blood spatter analysis only
• C. Eyewitness statements
• D. Court orders

Answer: (A)

Temporary evidence are items that are present at the scene but can quickly vanish or be altered if not documented right away. Tire mark shadows and tire imprints in blood on the roadway are classic examples because they can be washed away by rain, traffic, or cleanup, and their usefulness drastically decreases as time passes. The spot where a passenger was ejected from a vehicle can shift as responders move things or as the scene is disturbed, so recording that location promptly is crucial. In contrast, blood spatter patterns are a forensic feature that can be preserved with proper collection, eyewitness statements are recollections rather than physical, on-site items, and court orders are legal documents, not scene evidence.