Which item is NOT typically included in field notes?

• A. Date/time
• B. Location
• C. Weather conditions only with no actions
• D. A chronological narrative of actions, statements, observations, and references to physical evidence

Answer: (C)

Field notes aim to capture a complete, chronological account of what happened: when and where it occurred, who was involved, what actions were taken, what was observed, any statements made, and references to physical evidence. Weather information is useful because conditions can affect observations and evidence, but it should accompany the narrative rather than stand alone. An entry that records weather conditions only and includes no actions, observations, statements, or sequence of events leaves out the core investigation trail—the timeline of how the incident unfolded. So, weather data should be part of a broader, action-and-observation rich note rather than the sole content.