Which item is NOT usually swabbed for DNA evidence in a burglary?

In the context of a burglary investigation, DNA evidence is often collected from surfaces or items that are likely to have been touched by the suspect. Items such as bottles, cans, and door knobs are commonly swabbed because they present a higher probability of containing the suspect’s DNA through skin cells, saliva, or sweat.

Furniture, however, is less frequently swabbed for DNA evidence during a burglary investigation, primarily because it is typically not a surface that would be casually touched or manipulated by a suspect in the same way as smaller, handheld items like bottles or door knobs. Additionally, the likelihood of obtaining usable DNA from furniture may be lower compared to more direct points of contact where the suspect would have handled the object. This makes the collection of DNA evidence from furniture less practical and less common in burglary cases. Therefore, the correct response identifies furniture as the item that is not usually prioritized for swabbing in these scenarios.