have documented few findings of DNA evidence outside of the 24-hour window in prepubertal victims and these authors postulate that as the field of DNA technology continues to advance, consideration of collection outside of the current time recommendations should be considered in some cases For adolescent patients presenting within 72 hours of assault, the collection of forensic evidence has significantly high yield Upon ED entry, victims should be advised not to undress, eat or drink, and avoid urination or defecation if possible The patient’s clothes should be stored in individualized and separate paper bags as a significant amount of forensic evidence has been retrieved from linens and clothing Tables 127.2 and 127.3 provide details about forensic evidence collection