Forensic Scientists
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Bloodstain Pattecn Analysis: The examination of the 11118pes, locations, and distribution patterns of bloodstains for the pu[J>Olle of interpreting the physical evanis that caused them (Chisum. 2007). Bloodstain Pauems: Tbe visible record of the blood shed at a crime scene. Crime Reronstructioo; The determination of the actions and events surrounding the commission of a crime. Digital Evidence Allalysis: The examination of any data stored or transmitted using a computer, or other personal electronic device, that tends to suppon or refUte a theory of how an offense occurred or that addresses critical elements of the offense such as intent or alibi. Fire Debris Analysis: The examination of material collected at fire scenes for chemical and physical propenies related to flammable and combustible liquids that may have been used as accelerants. Firearms and 7001 Mark Examinem: Forensic examiners who use microscopic a>mpiu:isons of markings to associate an item of evidence with a particular llOurce (Rowe, 2003, p. 327). Fonmsic Aaoountants: Ac:countants who examine, or~ financial records to answer investigative questions and help resolve legal disputes. Forensic Biaiogists: Scientists such as DNA analysts and serologist.s who attempt to identify biological material. such as bedily fluids, hair, bones, and tissue. Forensic Generalists: Forensic scientists wl:c; are broadly educated and trained in a variety of forensic specialties. Forensic Odontology: (a.k.a. tomnsk: dentistrJI) The "application of the arts and sciences of dentistry to the legal system"(Glass, 2003, p. 61). ForeIJSic Pathologists: Scientists charged with detenninlng cause and mannet in cases of violent or unexpected death.