Some evidence doesn't belong in plastic bags. Either the plastic will not provide protection to the handler of the evidence or the plastic will cause damage to the evidence. For metal evidence or sharp evidence, we suggest using cardboard boxes. Complete with pre-printed evidence forms, our evidence boxes are 200 pounds per square inch burst strength stock with tuck-in sides for strength and security.

Handgun boxes are about the size of a book (inside dimensions are 12 1/2" x 7 1/2" x 2"). If a shelf is available in the Property Room, place the guns on end in their boxes like books on a shelf. Write the case number or other identifying data on the "spine" of the box for easy retrieval. Chain-of-evidence labels are printed on the top of each box. Arrows on the box indicate the direction of the muzzle. There are no pictures or drawing of guns on them. There are small holes in the bottom of the box which can be used to fasten the gun in place, using our nylon ties (shown below). Of course, never, NEVER, NEVER store a gun in a plastic bag.