How do officers go about getting their prosecutors interested in pursuing clandestine laboratory cases?
Prior to working the cases, officers should sit down with the most informed narcotics prosecutors and explain their needs. When building cases, the most conservative case management methods should be used, including all interviews and data concerning the best-case presentations. • How can officers tell if there is a methamphetamine problem in their area? Production of methamphetamine usually results in strong odors that smell similar to cat urine or fingernail polish. Large amounts of precursor chemicals—such as antifreeze, lantern fuel, denatured alcohol, drain cleaner, and cold medicines containing pseudoephedrine—and glassware and coffee filters being purchased or stolen are signs that there may be methamphetamine labs in the area. • How can officers get their agencies interested in dealing with clandestine laboratories? Officers need to sell the management team on being proactive in its approach to investigating clandestine laboratories, describing the needs and legal requirements
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