Crime Scene Evidence and Pattern Evidence Education
This 3 Part Series began on February 9th, 2022. All presentations and material have been archived for you to access as On-Demand content.
Forensic Science has exploded in popularity over the last two decades with no signs of a slowdown in the foreseeable future. Colleges and universities across the United States have been responsive to increased student interest and heightened job growth in this discipline by creation of forensic sciences programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. For this reason, the CFSRE and Loyola University have collaborated on a 3 part webinar series that will discuss 3D firearm parts and “ghost guns”, Forensic Entomology, as well as looking at the future of Forensic Pattern Analysis.
You must sign up for each session individually that you would like to attend.
Recognizing and Documenting Ghost Guns
This event originally occurred on February 9th, 2022 from 1pm – 2pm (EST). All presentations and material have been archived for you to access as On-Demand content.
The United States has strict requirements for firearm manufacturers and importers regarding serial numbers and other required markings. New technologies such as 3D printing, and different interpretations of the laws surrounding firearms, have resulted in the rise of un-serialized firearms, commonly referred to as “ghost guns.” Of great importance is a controversial “80% rule,” which asserts that a firearm does not fall under US federal guidelines unless its receiver is 80% or more complete....
Presenter: Jonathan Fried, MFS - Director of Program Operations for the MS in Forensic Pattern Analysis Program at Loyola University Maryland
