This workshop will cover DNA and firearms from the crime scene to the courtroom. The presentations will kick-off with the crime scene perspective on DNA collection from firearms. Next, you will hear the DNA analyst viewpoint on the best techniques for processing DNA from swabs collected from firearms as well as specialized protocols for spent shell casings, magazines, unique firearms, and DNA mixture interpretation. The law enforcement perspective of how DNA and firearms impact investigations will then be examined. Finally, attendees will hear from a prosecutor on testimony preparation, guidance, admissibility, transfer, and court proceedings for criminal cases involving firearms.
DNA scientists, attorneys, law enforcement, researchers, students. Some knowledge required.
This workshop will cover DNA and firearms from the crime scene to the courtroom. The presentations will kick-off with the crime scene perspective on DNA collection from firearms. Next, you will hear the DNA analyst viewpoint on the best techniques for processing DNA from swabs collected from firearms as well as specialized protocols for spent shell casings, magazines, unique firearms, and DNA mixture interpretation. The law enforcement perspective of how DNA and firearms impact investigations will then be examined. Finally, attendees will hear from a prosecutor on testimony preparation, guidance, admissibility, transfer, and court proceedings for criminal cases involving firearms.
DNA scientists, attorneys, law enforcement, researchers, students. Some knowledge required.
Workshop currently at capacity. A waitlist is available to join on our registration page.
DNA Labs International (DLI)
Rachel Oefelein is currently the Chief Scientific Officer at DNA Labs International (DLI) and Laboratory Director. Since joining DNA Labs International in 2014, Rachel was instrumental in implementing STRmix™ for five profiling systems, rootless hair shaft testing, and Next Generation Sequencing in three profiling systems. She also innovated and implemented DLI’s successful SpentShell™ technology for fired cartridge casings.
