Behind the Crime Scene
Bloodstain Pattern Analysis in Court: Expert Witness Challenges
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 26 2026
Explore the challenges of Bloodstain Pattern Analysis in court, including expert witness reliability, cognitive bias, and the impact of NIJ error rate studies on forensic testimony.
Sealed Container Integrity: Verifying Tamper Evidence for Chain of Custody
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 26 2026
Learn how to verify tamper evidence in sealed containers to maintain chain of custody. Covers NSF/ANSI/CAN 60, NOP standards, seal types, and step-by-step inspection protocols.
How to Build an Evidence Photo Log: Linking Images to Items
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 26 2026
Learn how to create an effective evidence photo log to link images to specific items. Covers SWGDE guidelines, chain of custody, and best practices for forensic documentation.
Smartphone Cameras in Emergencies: Admissibility Considerations for Scene Imaging
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 25 2026
Explore the legal admissibility of smartphone cameras in emergencies. Learn about authentication, chain of custody, wiretap laws, and best practices for preserving scene imaging evidence in court.
Chain of Custody Challenges: How Broken Evidence Ruins Cases
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 25 2026
Explore how broken chains of custody jeopardize legal cases. Learn about technical vs. substantive errors, digital forensics challenges, and real-world scandals like Annie Dookhan.
Cold Case Re-examination: How New Pathology Insights Solve Unsolved Deaths
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 25 2026
Discover how modern forensic pathology is solving cold cases. From PMCT imaging to DNA in old tissue, learn how new insights rewrite history and bring justice.
Cybersecurity Incident Response: Forensic Investigation Guide
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 24 2026
Learn how Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) combines threat containment with evidence preservation. Explore the lifecycle, tools, and best practices for effective cyber investigations.
Demonstrative Evidence: How Charts, Models, and Legal Limits Shape Your Case
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 24 2026
Learn how to use demonstrative evidence like charts and models effectively in court. Understand legal limits, FRE 403 risks, and authentication requirements for trial success.
Crime Scene Debriefings: Mastering Team Communication and Handoffs
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 24 2026
Master crime scene debriefings and handoffs using structured protocols like SBAR+2. Learn how to improve team communication, reduce errors, and protect evidence integrity in forensic investigations.
AFIS Technology Explained: How Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems Work
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 23 2026
Discover how Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS) transform forensic investigations. Learn about the technology, accuracy rates, historical milestones, and privacy concerns surrounding modern biometric matching.
Expert Testimony: Presenting Digital Evidence in Court (2026 Guide)
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 23 2026
Learn how to present digital evidence in court effectively. Covers FRE 702, Daubert standards, chain of custody, and expert testimony tips for 2026.
Rigor Mortis: Assessment and Significance in Forensic Pathology
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 23 2026
Rigor mortis is not a precise clock for estimating time of death. Learn how forensic pathologists actually assess postmortem stiffness, why temperature matters, and how to avoid common errors in PMI estimation.
