As your textbook notes, the term trace evidence is usually very loosely defined. However, it most often is applied to minute or microscopic bits of materials that are not immediately apparent to even a trained investigator.

For this DB discussion, imagine the following scenario:

A person breaks into a locked vehicle by prying open a ventilation window. The suspect then enters the vehicle, opens the glove box and center console; and removes several items.

List the possible trace evidence that an investigator should look for.

Which item of trace evidence do you think is most important? Why?