ISP Recognizes National Forensic Science Week and Emphasizes Role Forensic Science Plays in Supporting Justice
ISP Recognizes National Forensic Science Week and Emphasizes Role Forensic Science Plays in Supporting Justice
In honor of National Forensic Science Week, Idaho State Police (ISP) and Idaho law enforcement agencies are celebrating the contributions of forensic science in the pursuit of truth and justice. This annual event highlights the critical importance of scientific and technical professionalism in our criminal justice system.
Forensic Science’s Crucial Role in the Criminal Justice System
Forensic science plays a pivotal role in our criminal justice system by providing essential tools and methodologies to analyze evidence, exonerate the innocent, identify suspects, and present compelling cases in the court of law. ISP’s laboratory system, with three laboratories across the state, offers services in various areas such as biology/DNA, chemistry, trace evidence, toxicology, firearms and tool marks, latent prints, documents, and digital evidence. Scientists assist with crime scene processing, evidence examination, firearms analysis, latent print processing and comparison, impression evidence collection and comparison, trace evidence examination, and digital evidence.
The Dedicated Experts of ISP’s Forensic Services Unit
ISP recognizes the dedicated and talented men and women in the Forensic Services unit, composed of 70 civilian personnel, who support law enforcement investigations through analytical work and objective testimony. They not only contribute to investigations but also engage with the community through education, demonstrations, and lectures.
“National Forensic Science Week recognizes the impact of forensic science on daily law enforcement operations,” said ISP Lab Systems Director Matthew Gamette. “Our dedicated forensic experts work tirelessly to provide accurate and reliable results, enabling law enforcement to develop strong cases and safeguard our communities.”
Throughout the week, ISP will educate the public about forensic science and host a public community education presentation at Boise State University. The event will highlight facets of forensic science and its contribution to public safety, featuring a presentation by Boise Police Department’s Violent Crimes Detective Paul Jagosh on the Joyce Casper investigation, emphasizing the importance of science in solving crimes.
ISP’s celebration of National Forensic Science Week aims to raise awareness about the critical role forensic science plays in supporting justice and ensuring the safety of our communities.
