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Forensic Science Division
The division is comprised of seven laboratories which provide state-of-the-art forensic services.
Services Summary

MSP - Inside FSD
Bomb Squad Members with TrucksBombs and Explosives
Bomb squad personnel are available 24 hours a day
Quantifying Human DNADNA
DNA has become a primary method of identifying and distinguishing amongst individuals.
Marihuana PlantDrug Analysis
Using both wet chemical techniques and instrumental tests our chemists can identify drugs accurately a ...
Cartridge Case IDFirearms, Tools, Toolmarks, Serial Restoration
Firearms, fired bullets, fired cartridge cases
Modern Latent Print ExamLatent Prints
Porous and nonporous evidence can be examined for latent prints
Polygraph RoomPolygraph
The opinions of polygraph examiners fall within the following ranges: Deceptive, Truthful or Inconclusive.
Questioned Document SampleQuestioned Documents
The Questioned Document Unit will conduct forensic examinations in cases that involve document evidence. ...
Toxicology and Alcohol Analysis
The Toxicology Unit analyzes biological samples for the presence of alcohol and drugs.
TraceTrace Evidence
The Trace Evidence Unit encompasses a wide range of evidence, from fibers to tire impressions.


Mission Statement
The Forensic Science Division shall provide leadership, development, coordination, and delivery of "state of the art" forensic services to the criminal justice community.

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