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Task Force on Forensic Science
Task Force on Forensic Science (TFFS)
Link to Task Force on Forensic Science Final Report and Recommendations
The TFFS was created out of Executive Order 2021-4 and extended to December 31, 2022 by Executive Order 2021-15.
Unless otherwise noted and posted as a virtual meeting at least 18 hours before a regularly scheduled meeting begins, the Task Force will hold its regular meetings, either at the Michigan State Police Headquarters, 7150 Harris Drive, Dimondale, Michigan or the Michigan Hall of Justice, 925 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. The location will be indicated under the meeting date.
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The 2021 TFFS meeting dates and times are listed below:
May 11, 2021, 8:30 a.m.
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic and the restrictions placed on public gatherings, the Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled at 8:30 a.m. May 11, 2021, was held virtually, in accordance with Public Act 228 of 2020.
June 8, 2021, 9:00 a.m.
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic and the restrictions placed on public gatherings, the Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled at 9:00 a.m. June 8, 2021, was held virtually, in accordance with Public Act 228 of 2020. ?
July 20, 2021, 1:00 p.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled at 1:00 p.m., July 20, 2021, was held in-person at the Michigan State Police Headquarters located at 7150 Harris Drive, Dimondale, Michigan. A link to the meeting was provided for those of the public who wished to attend, but couldn't make it to the in-person location.
August 10, 2021, 9:00 a.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled at 9:00 a.m., August 10, 2021, was held in-person at the Michigan Hall of Justice, Main Conference Center, First Floor, 925 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. A link to the meeting was provided for those of the public who wished to attend, but couldn't make it to the in-person location.
September 28, 2021, 9:00 a.m.
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, the Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 9:00 a.m., September 28, 2021 was held virtually.
November 22, 2021, 9:30 a.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m., November 22, 2021 was held virtually.
January 25, 2022, 1:00 p.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 1:00 p.m., January 25, 2022 was held virtually.
March 8, 2022, 9:30 a.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m., March 8, 2022 was held virtually.
May 10, 2022, 9:30 a.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m., May 10, 2022 was held virtually.
July 19, 2022, 9:30 a.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m., July 19, 2022 was held virtually.
- Link to Agenda
- Link to Approved Minutes
- Link to Subcommittee 1 Meeting Outline
- Meeting Recording
- Link to Subcommittee 1 Supplement Document
- Presentation – Subcommittee 1 Progress
- Subcommittee 2 Potential Recommendations
- Subcommittee 3 Recommendations
- Presentation – Forensic Science Provider
September 20, 2022, 9:30 a.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., September 20, 2022, was held in-person for Task Force members only, at the Michigan State Police Headquarters located at 7150 Harris Drive, Dimondale, Michigan. A ZOOM link to the meeting was provided for those of the public who attended virtually, and Task Force members who couldn't make it to the in-person location.
- Link to Agenda
- Meeting Recording
- Link to Approved Minutes
- Subcommittee 1 FS Statewide Body Draft Recommendations
- Subcommittee 2 FS Practice Draft Recommendations
- Subcommittee 3 Legal Systems Committee Draft Recommendations
November 1, 2022, 9:30 a.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., November 1, 2022, was held in-person for Task Force members only, at the Michigan Hall of Justice located at 925 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, Michigan. A ZOOM link to the meeting was provided for those of the public who attended virtually, and Task Force members who couldn't make it to the in-person location.
- Link to Agenda
- Meeting Recording
- Link to Approved Minutes
- Subcommittee 1 FS Statewide Body Draft Recommendations
- Subcommittee 2 FS Practice Draft Recommendations
- Subcommittee 3 Legal Systems Committee Draft Recommendations
December 13, 2022, 9:30 a.m.
The Task Force on Forensic Science meeting scheduled for 9:30 a.m., December 13, 2022 will be held virtually via ZOOM.
- Link to Agenda
- Meeting Recording
- Link to Minutes
- Link to Updated Draft of Report and Recommendations
NOTE: Individuals who need mobility, visual, hearing, written, or other assistance for effective participation may contact the Michigan State Police, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator, Mr. Joel Gerring, at GerringJ1@Michigan.gov or 517-281-6660 at least four (4) business days prior to scheduled meetings. Requests after that time cannot be guaranteed, but efforts will be made to provide the accommodation.