In evidence search, how many points is the finish worth?

• A. 1 point
• B. 2 points
• C. 3 points
• D. 4 points

Answer: (B)

In evidence search, finishing the area with a deliberate signal is valued for showing the handler that the search is complete and the dog has thoroughly covered the space. The two-point allocation for finishing reflects its importance as a clear, controlled end to the search, indicating reliability and proper discipline on the part of both dog and handler. It’s more significant than a simple alert because it confirms the entire area was assessed, but it doesn’t overwhelm the scoring with the weight of actually locating evidence. A single point would understate the closing signal, while three or four points would imply finishing is more significant than the act of finding evidence itself, which isn’t how the scoring is balanced.