Behind the Crime Scene
Duplicate Evidence Sets: How to Manage Sub-Samples and Splits for Chain of Custody
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 4 2026
Learn how to manage duplicate evidence sets, sub-samples, and splits to maintain chain of custody integrity. Covers field duplicates, lab replicates, and best practices for forensic accuracy.
Accelerant Detection: How Investigators Identify Ignitable Liquids
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 4 2026
Learn how fire investigators detect accelerants using dogs, electronic sniffers, and GCMS lab analysis to identify ignitable liquids in arson cases.
Toxicology in Homicide Cases: Proving Poisoning
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 4 2026
Discover how forensic toxicology proves poisoning in homicide cases through specimen collection, advanced lab testing, and expert interpretation.
Contamination Controls: Avoiding Examiner-Induced Latents in Fingerprint Analysis
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 3 2026
Discover how forensic teams prevent examiner-induced latent contamination through strict protocols, proper sequencing, and cognitive bias management. Learn practical strategies to protect evidence integrity.
Forensic Anthropologist: The Skeletal Analysis Specialist Guide
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 3 2026
Discover how forensic anthropologists use skeletal analysis to identify unknown remains. Learn about biological profiling, trauma assessment, and the education required for this specialized forensic career.
Respiratory Protection: Fit Testing and Cartridge Selection for Biohazard Cleanup
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 3 2026
Master respirator fit testing and cartridge selection for biohazard cleanup. Learn OSHA compliance, NIOSH color codes, and how to ensure a perfect seal against biological and chemical hazards.
Measurement Traceability: Linking Results to SI Units and Reference Materials
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 2 2026
Learn how metrological traceability links lab results to SI units via reference materials. Essential for ISO 17025 accreditation and ensuring measurement reliability.
Search Warrants in Homicide: Scope and Specificity Explained
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 2 2026
Explore how search warrants in homicide investigations balance urgent evidence collection with Fourth Amendment protections. Learn about scope, specificity, and legal boundaries.
Chain of Custody: Storage Conditions and Documentation Best Practices
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 2 2026
Learn how proper storage conditions and meticulous chain of custody documentation preserve evidence integrity for legal and forensic success.
Storage Conditions and Chain of Custody Documentation: A Complete Guide
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 2 2026
Learn how to maintain unbroken chain of custody through precise documentation and controlled storage conditions. Essential guide for forensics, legal, and compliance professionals.
Accidental vs. Intentional Fires: How Investigators Determine Cause
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 1 2026
Learn how fire investigators distinguish between accidental and intentional fires using scientific methods, burn pattern analysis, and origin identification. Understand key signs of arson vs. common household fire causes.
Touch DNA Evidence: Collection Strategies, Limitations, and Best Practices
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 1 2026
Explore the complexities of touch DNA evidence, including collection strategies, surface effects, contamination risks, and interpretation challenges. Learn how forensic professionals navigate low-template DNA analysis and probabilistic genotyping.
