Which of the following is NOT among the listed types of evidence to be collected?

• A. Weapon
• B. Fruits of the Crime
• C. Tools of the Crime
• D. Contraband

Answer: (A)

Understanding how evidence is categorized helps you organize what to collect at a scene. In this framework, evidence is grouped as fruits of the crime (stolen or gained items), tools of the crime (implements and instruments used to commit the crime), and contraband (illegal items).

A weapon isn’t listed as its own category here; it’s treated as a tool of the crime or an instrumentality. That’s why it’s the option that isn’t among the listed types of evidence to be collected in this set—the weapon would fall under the tools of the crime category rather than a separate category. For example, in a burglary, the jewelry is a fruit of the crime, a crowbar is a tool of the crime, and any illegal drugs would be contraband if present. The weapon itself would be collected as part of the tool category.