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Standard for Collection and Preservation of Document Evidence
Best Practice Recommendation for the Preparation of Test Impressions from Footwear and...
Minimum Requirements and Recommendations for a Firearm and Toolmark Examiner Training...
Acid attacks on pin‐tumbler locks
Recently, an unusual method of home burglary has emerged in several European countries. Nitric acid is used to attack the tumbler lock of the front door. The aim of this study is to gain insights into the technical functioning of this method and to evaluate the advantages and dis...
Letter to the editor—The transition point from zero‐order to first order in blood alcohol...
Soft tissue scavenging patterns of mice on human remains
Rodent scavenging of human remains is repeatedly documented in literature. However, most of this documentation is based on single‐case examples. While this information is valuable, it does not provide an in‐depth understanding of scavenger behavior in a single environment. Mouse ...
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2024–25 Warren-Young Scholarship Recipient Announced
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Handling finding counts in handwriting analysis – Avoiding the overrepresentation of...
In forensic handwriting analysis, it is crucial to understand the relative frequencies of findings relevant to the specific author, especially when using statistical methods. These are factored into the likelihoods used to determine the probabilities for the different authorship ...
Beyond the mix: Advancements in simultaneous detection and quantification of human, dog,...
Animal‐related crimes have increased with an increase in the number of pets worldwide, underscoring the importance of animal‐related biological evidence at crime scenes. Evidence obtained in cases involving dogs and cats often includes a mixture of human and animal DNA. In this s...
Quantifying the strength of firearms comparisons based on error rate studies
Forensic firearms and tool mark examiners compare bullets and cartridge cases to assess whether they originate from the same source or different sources. To communicate their observations, they rely on predefined conclusion scales ranging from Identification to Elimination. Howev...
Forensic Document Examination Terms and Definitions
Academic Excellence: The Importance of Accreditation for Forensic Science Programs
Join us for an insightful webinar hosted by the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC), a distinguished branch of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. This session is designed for program directors, school administrators, and forensic science educators who seek to elevate the quality and credibility of their academic offerings.