ABSTRACT
It is important for a scene investigator to have an understanding of bullet holes in inanimate objects and the ways their appearances are affected by changes in muzzle-to-target distance and changes in ammunition. Such knowledge allows the investigator to recognize certain characteristics associated with close range shots as opposed to distance shots, for example. This information can be vital when assessing a scene for other evidence of shooter position. Likewise, it is important to be able to recognize the general characteristics of bullet wounds related to distances of shots.
