This is to insure that the analysis is really needed and to promote the safety of the chemist, investigator, and any who handle or transport the evidence. Syringes must be packaged in puncture-resistant containers, preferably with its own needle cover in place. These containers must also be marked as containing sharps. Generally speaking, if you cannot see a residue in a syringe or on a piece of paraphernalia, there is not enough present to identify a controlled substance. Determine which laboratory covers the county in which the alleged incident occurred and either hand carry it to that lab or mail it.
Postal regulations require that controlled substances be sent by registered mail.
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