Document created by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation provides a clear description of the analyses performed by firearms and toolmark examiners. It is presented from the perspective of a crime lab, so it does not question the reliability of any of the techniques presented, but it is a helpful document for attorneys because it explains …
Websites
Firearms Tutorials
The University of Utah Health Sciences Library has several firearms tutorials posted which cover information about the different types of firearms and how they work, ballistics (the science of the travel or a projectile in flight), patterns of tissue injury, laboratory methods, and examination of gunshot residue. The tutorials provide basic foundational information as well as more …
Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners
An international organization dedicated to the advancement of Firearm and Toolmark Identification. See the Admissibility Resource Kitfor links to opinions, transcripts, motions, briefs and articles supporting and opposing the practice of firearm identifications.
Firearms and Toolmarks Subcommittee
This Scientific Area Committee (part of the OSAC) has taken over the work previously done by the Scientific Working Group For Firearms and Toolmarks (SWGGUN). The SAC will focus on standards and guidelines related to the examination of firearm and toolmark evidence. This includes the comparison of microscopic toolmarks on bullets, cartridge cases, and other …
Forensic Nurse Terminology
Provides definitions for acronyms, abbreviations, and medical terminology related to forensic nursing.
Medical Abbreviations and Definitions
Searches over 200,000 acronyms and abbreviations and provides definitions of thousands of medical terms from Stedman’s Medical Dictionary.
North Carolina Board of Nursing Practice Homepage
Contains links to NC specific policies, procedures, and standards of practice, including information on SANE programs.
International Association of Forensic Nurses
Develops, promotes, and disseminates information internationally about forensic nursing science. Includes information about live and online training opportunities.
Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner – Technical Assistance
Comprehensive website that contains resources related to sexual assault medical forensic examinations including sample forms, training materials, free recorded webinars, and resources for attorneys. National Protocol: Especially for Attorneys and Officers of the Court – provides information about admissibility of medical testimony, including hearsay exceptions and confrontation clause issues. Recent Court Cases – summaries of several cases …
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Multidisciplinary Sexual Assault Glossary
Forensic Technology Center of Excellence (FTCoE) and the Center for Nursing Excellence International (CFNEI) has released a glossary of terms used in sexual assault cases. The glossary will be continuously updated and should aid in ensuring clear communications with experts and jurors.
SBI Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kit
This document contains a one-page description of the kit that is used to collect evidence in NC sexual assualt cases followed by a scan of each item, form and instruction sheet contained in the kit. Counsel can use this document to become informed about the types of evidence collected and the correct protocols for collecting, …
Onin’s Fingerprint Forum
A fingerprint examiner’s site that collects information about AFIS, certification, Daubert challenges, trainings, and other topics, from the law enforcement perspective.
Fingerprint Analysis Basics
Explains and demonstrates the ACE-V technique.
Fingerprint evidence collection techniques
This website has videos demonstrating several techniques that are frequently used to develop and collect fingerprint evidence, including use of black powder, magnetic powder, Mikrosil and super glue fuming. The videos may contain some inaccurate information, but it is worthwhile to view the techniques that are used.
International Association of Identification
Professional association for forensic identification disciplines including fingerprint analysis.