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  • Latent Prints or DNA on Cartridges or Cartridge Cases?
    What is the likelyhood of recovering useable latent prints or DNA from fired cartridge cases or unfired cartridges? To find out, CCI and Cal DOJ Latent Print Section analysts performed this study. slideshow summary report
  • Evidence Packaging - A How-to Guide

    For scene responders. Learn the best practices to safely handle and preserve evidence.slideshow

  • Biological Evidence Sampling & Handling: A Primer

    A detailed guide to best practices in the collection, packaging, and storage of biological evidence created by former CCI Biology Program Manager Terry Spear.details

  • Effects of Common Latent Print Processing & Reagents on PCR-Based DNA Typing
  • DOJ's Latent Print Section and the CCI Biology Program evaluated the effects of common Latent Print materials and procedures on the ability to successfully type biological samples. details

  • DNA Typing Success on Old Stains
  • This study by T. Spear and N. Khoshkebari shows successful PCR DNA typing results when testing old stains kept in a variety of storage conditions for 25+ years. details