Crime Scene Investigator Forum
Can I take Biology instead of Forensics?in Education
Hey, I'm a high school senior and I'm starting to apply to some colleges. I would like to be a CSI but I'm wondering if instead of majoring in forensics (most of the colleges I'm applying to don't offer it) I could major in Biology. I just would like to know before I officially start applying to...read more
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Forensic Science in Criminal Courts: Ensuring Scientific Validity of Feature-Comparison Methodsin Research
by Boyd Baumgartner
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President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology released a report today titled Forensic Science in Criminal Courts: Ensuring Scientific Validity of Feature-Comparison Methods . This follows the 2009 National Academy of Science's Report: 'Strengthening Forensic Science: A Path Forward...read more
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by ChrisJ
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So I'm writing a story about what a college town thinks is an elusive serial killer is actually a killer ghost. The scene is essentially a young woman goes to use a pregnancy test and is cut to pieces while in the girls restroom, however, since the killer is from another plane of existence, base...read more
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Hi Group,
I am working a case and need a forensics expert to compare shoe (boot) tread to a facial injury (photo).
Any suggestions?
Thank you,
Christine Burke, MAOM
Strategic Intelligence Services PLLC
Investigate the Possibilities
1900 W Chandler Boulevard, 15-263, Chandler AZ ...read more
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Camcordersin Research
Recently the administrations would like us to record live video of when officers enter to serve a search warrant from a distant. As well record the entry and exit of the scene. As of now we only have a Nikon D3100 for our photograph but we used it to record video. Problem is the video and microp...read more
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Death Smellin Forensic Techniques
I've just started as a crime scene analyst, and had my first badly composed body the other day. The smell was awful at first but I eventually got used to it. So used to it, I guess I couldn't smell it on my uniform, although all the detectives assured me it was there. My question is, what's t...read more
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active oxygen at a crime scenein Research
by CG Bauer
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I've read that bleach with active oxygen removes indications of hemoglobin, which makes using luminol ineffective for discovering blood at a crime scene. Can forensics folks test a crime scene for the use of oxygenated bleach as a neutralizing agent? I'm a crime novelist. Thanks.
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BTKin Research
I'm currently a CSI, and I'm working on a powerpoint presentation. I want to keep it interesting. I'm trying to remember ... During the BTK investigation, the Wichita PD inserted an image into a regular TV broadcast, hoping to get Rader's attention. I want to do that in my powerpoint, only, I ca...read more
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CSI, Forensicsin Careers
Hello, I would like to know a couple of different ways to get into this field?
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checking out my optionsin Careers
Hello, I am working on getting a degree in chemistry as it seems many of the agencies that I have looked into seem to require that prior to applying. For example, my state crime lab has this requirement. I have a 3.7 GPA with two years left. I understand this is a hard field to get into but am ...read more
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Course Projectin Research
by Brandon A
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A portion of my course project for my Bachelors in Criminal Justice requires me to interview a local newspaper or TV Station (been very unlucky for two-weeks). I have to compile 10 questions regarding the realities of the criminal justice system and the media (The Crime Report). Anyone intereste...read more
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Interview Examin Careers
by Anonymous
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I've recently been applying to Crime Scene Investigator positions. All of them that I've applied to require you to take an exam (either oral or written) before proceeding with the interview process. What type of material do these cover? Are they certified tests or just a preliminary assessment f...read more
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differentiation of fingerprints and toe printsin Research
by Ashok Nagaraj
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If we get a bit of friction skin imprint, how to differentiate it as finger print or toe print?
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Likelihood of Getting Employed?in Careers
Hi all. First post. Love this site.
I am thinking of making a mid-life career change to some kind of forensic investigator. There is a certificate from the local junior college in crime scene investigation. 30 hours, ten classes including an internship.
I'm 42. I have a BA in psychology and a...read more
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DNA and finger print queriesin Research
Hallo. CSI got me very interested and I wish I knew more about it a view years back.
Is it possible that one can get some DNA and finger prints of a rope from about 9 years ago?
Or will it be to difficult for its so long ago?
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Courtroom testimonyin Research
Hello,
I am looking for any books that involve crime scene and courtroom testimony. I was recently hired as a CST and although I have worked in a volunteer capacity as a crime scene technician for quite some time, I have never actually been called into court. Do any of you know any books or...read more
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Becoming a crime scene investigator or relatedin Education
Hello, I am interested in looking into becoming involved in the forensic science field. However, I am almost done with my sociology degree, emphasis in law and society. I am looking into the CSI program at UCR, Will I need to get a higher degree more related to be able to get a forensic job. Als...read more
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Ultraviolet Equipment Questionin Research
RE: Civil, not criminal, evidence photography.
I am a civilian - not an office. I have been a professional photographer for almost 20 years and now wish to expand my business to include evidence/legal photography.
In the past, I was a member of EPIC (evidence photographers international...read more
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Evidence Packaging on Scenesin Research
Hello!
I am conducting a quick survey about evidence packaging:
Does your laboratory package and seal evidence on scene, or, do you use convenience packaging until you return to the lab? Please respond with an explanation of your practices, your lab's name, and whether or not you are ASCLD acc...read more
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Job Requirementsin Careers
Good evening everybody!
I just wanted to ask you if it's required to be a US citizen for most/all of the jobs posted here.
Thank You!
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Personal Protectionin Research
I'm doing research for a proposal at my agency. I'm currently a Forensic Technician with a Sheriff's dept. I'm located in the Southwestern US. On occasions we process crime scene in remote desert locations. The only protection I have is one deputy on scene with me. In light of the changing attit...read more
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How to be in Forensics Field?in Education
Hi,
I am really interested in pressuring a career in the forensics field in the future. However, the college that I am currently attending does not have a forensics major. Is it possible to still be in the forensics field with a degree in science such as biology or chemistry degree? Or is it ...read more
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I'm a writer. The crime in my story takes place at an isolated subway entrance in Queens NY late at night. "Noises" are reported by a neighbor; otherwise no witnesses. Victim is black male 25 well dressed. Unconscious as a result of a brutal beating. Wallet gone. Precinct receives call...read more
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question?in Education
To become a CSI, we should only study science and is it possible to study other subject like account ,for example
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Can someone with a theft felony become a csiin Careers
Hi...I'm looking into becoming a csi and am concerned that my felony might hold me back. Does anyone know if they will still hire you for this with a theft record? Thanx
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