Category: Forensics - Page 8

Evidence Disposal: Final Chain of Custody Steps & Legal Protocols

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 18 2026

Learn the final steps of the chain of custody for evidence disposal. Discover legal protocols, documentation requirements, and best practices for physical and digital evidence destruction.

Evidence Disposal: Final Chain of Custody Steps & Legal Compliance

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 18 2026

Learn the final steps of chain of custody for evidence disposal, including legal retention periods, documentation requirements, and proper destruction methods for various evidence types.

Unknown Powder Workups: Safety Protocols and Triage Decisions for Forensic Labs

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

Learn how to safely triage and analyze unknown powders in forensic labs. Covers risk assessment, presumptive testing, microscopy, and confirmatory methods for accurate drug identification.

Barcoding Evidence: How to Automate Chain of Custody Tracking in 2026

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

Discover how automating chain of custody with evidence barcoding reduces errors and speeds up forensic workflows. Learn implementation steps and best practices for 2026.

Drowning Forensics: Pulmonary Findings and Diatom Testing Guide

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

Learn how forensic pathologists distinguish true drowning from other causes using pulmonary exam findings and diatom testing. Understand the limits of each method and how to integrate evidence for accurate diagnoses.

Arterial Spray: How to Identify Distinctive Blood Patterns from Severed Arteries

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

Learn how to identify arterial spray, a distinctive bloodstain pattern caused by severed arteries. Discover the physics behind the spray, how it differs from other patterns, and how it helps reconstruct crime scenes.

Glass Density and RI: GRIM System and Standards Explained

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

Learn how forensic scientists use glass density and refractive index to identify trace evidence. Discover the GRIM system, ASTM standards, and practical workflows for accurate glass comparison.

Trace Evidence: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters in Forensics

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

Discover what trace evidence is and how it solves crimes. Learn about fiber, glass, and soil analysis, plus the key techniques used in forensic labs.

Photography Scale and Measurement: Legal Requirements for Crime Scenes

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

Learn the legal requirements for using scales in forensic photography. Discover how to choose the right tools, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure your photos hold up in court.

DNA Extraction Kits: Validation Protocols and Performance Benchmarks for Forensic Labs

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

A detailed guide on validating DNA extraction kits for forensic labs, covering performance metrics, manual vs. automated comparisons, and handling difficult samples.

Cell-Site Location Data: Homicide Movement Analysis

By : Ian Brophy
Date : Aug 17 2026

Learn how to use cell-site location data to analyze suspect movement in homicide cases. Covers data types, legal requirements, analysis techniques, and courtroom presentation tips for investigators.