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Standard for the Analytical Scope and Sensitivity of Forensic Toxicological Testing of...
This document delineates the minimum requirements for target analytes and analytical sensitivity for the forensic toxicological testing of urine specimens collected from alleged victims of drug-facilitated crimes (DFC). This document does not cover the analysis of blood and other...
Standard for a Quality Control Program in Forensic Toxicology Laboratories
This document establishes minimum requirements for quality control practices in forensic toxicology laboratories. The document explains the importance of a quality control program, how to select and care for materials used to prepare quality control samples, proper preparation an...
Standard for the Minimum Content Requirements of Forensic Toxicology Procedures
This document provides requirements for the minimum content of analytical procedures in forensic toxicology. This standard applies to laboratories performing forensic toxicological analysis in the following sub-disciplines: postmortem forensic toxicology, human performance toxico...
Standard for Topography Comparison Software for Toolmark Analysis
This document specifies the minimum requirements for computer software intended to compare 2D and/or 3D digital representations of toolmarks. It covers necessary conditions for consistent and interpretable comparisons.
Standard for the Examination of Documents for Alterations
This document establishes the minimum required procedure(s) used by Forensic Document Examiners (FDE) in the examination of documents for alterations.
Standard for Examination of Documents for Indentations
This standard summarizes commonly accepted techniques, technologies, and procedures used by forensic document examiners for the examination of documents for indentations.
Best Practice Recommendation for Lifting of Footwear and Tire Impressions
This document provides the best practice recommendations for personnel responsible for lifting footwear and tire impressions. The recommendations set forth in this document optimize the recovery of impressions. The procedures included in this document may not cover all aspects of...
