Crime Scene Investigation
Nowadays, the complexity of the investigation conducted with the aim of identifying who is responsible for a criminal act is due both to new technological contexts and to the diversity of knowledge and tools brought together by the various disciplines that collaborate for this purpose. Criminalistics and forensic sciences account for this growth and the […]
Crime Scene
The establishment of a basic, consensual, and coordinated intervention methodology at the crime scene will optimize the use of resources and will certainly help to increase the proportion of solved crimes, which is a fundamental objective in the fight against impunity. Consequently, it is essential to be considered to avoid later mistakes that could hinder […]
EVALUATION OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE!
Sexual violence is defined as any act of sexual content perpetrated against a person who does not consent or whose consent is not valid; this act may have been completed or remain in the initiative phase. Penile penetration of the vulva, anus, or oral region; oral contact with the penis, vulva, or anus; anal or […]
What is the Use of Documenting with Multispectral Photography in Art Works?
In some cases, works of art can have a layered structure. The multi-layered canvas structure in paintings is encountered because the painter repaints on a previously painted canvas. The painter can sometimes paint a new painting on a painting he has made before, and sometimes he can paint a new painting on a painting made […]
What Wavelengths of Light Do We Investigate in Art Works?
Use of Infrared and X-Rays in Artworks We are impressed when we see a work of art on a visit to a museum. What about the structure of that work of art that our eyes cannot see? To answer this question, a look outside the limited range of human vision is required. The human eye […]
Digital Forensics
Digital forensics is the branch of forensic science that focuses on identifying, obtaining, processing, analyzing, and reporting electronically stored data. Electronic evidence is a component of nearly all criminal activity, and digital forensics support is essential for law enforcement investigations. Digital forensics began to evolve more than 30 years ago. This field originated mainly in […]
Why is Documentation Necessary in Artworks?
Every work of art is unique with its production technique, materials used, and aesthetic features. It reflects the characteristics of the period it was produced and has a document value with this feature. Artworks are threatened by natural hazards, vandalism, aging, etc. For this reason, detailed documentation should be carried out to transfer the data […]
Touch DNA on Knife
The manner of injury may be a clue to the blade used for stab wounds and to the nature of the attack. For example, a cutting action can cause long but superficial cuts, while a deep puncture wound with a stud can result. A forensic investigator can measure the timing of the dashes to determine […]
Document & Art Examination
Document & Art Examination Forensic Document Analysis is a branch of forensic science in which a forensic document reviewer evaluates disputed documents in the legal system. Inquired document reviews involve comparing the document to a set of known standards (i.e., real examples). The purpose of the forensic document expert is to systematically evaluate the […]
Wildlife Forensics
Wildlife forensics is the application of science to legal cases involving wildlife. This field uses scientific procedures to investigate wildlife-related crimes, including the exotic pet trade, poaching, other illegal hunting activities, and even oil spills. Wildlife crime is a current global problem due to the illegal trade of wildlife flora, fauna, and products all over […]