All contraband must be ____, ____, and ____.

• A. Collected, Logged, and Filed
• B. Identified, Confiscated, and Documented
• C. Sealed, Labeled, and Stored
• D. Located, Tagged, and Logged

Answer: (B)

Handling contraband safely hinges on three actions: identify what the item is, confiscate it to remove it from the area, and document the incident to create a clear record. Identifying the contraband ensures you know its exact nature and any specific rules or hazards it carries, which guides the proper response. Confiscation removes the risk from people and the environment, preventing use or distribution and stopping potential harm. Documentation preserves a traceable record—detailing what was found, where and when, who was involved, and what happened to the item—so there’s accountability and a basis for any follow-up, audits, or investigations. These steps together support safety, compliance, and proper chain of custody. The other options miss one or more of these essential elements, such as failing to remove the item, omit a proper identification step, or neglect to record the action taken.