1. (a) Each item of biological evidence is to be packaged separately to prevent contamination.
2. (b) Each package of evidence will be labeled and marked for identification and sealed to preserve its chain-of-custody.
3. (c) The evidence will be stored in climate controlled conditions in a department facility, which provides security and limited access.

Source Note:The provisions of this §28.182 adopted to be effective July 11, 2010, 35 TexReg 5900.