The Florida State Attorney’s Office for the Eighth Judicial Circuit has upgraded its forensic software, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline digital evidence management and enhance prosecutorial efficiency. Recently, the office announced its transition to the NICE Justice software platform, designed to allow legal officials to focus more on prosecuting cases by automating the management […]
Police forces across the United Kingdom are employing a new tool, a “forensic spray” known as SmartTag, to tackle the issue of nuisance motorcyclists, e-bike riders, and other small vehicle operators in Manchester. SmartTag is a spray that contains a unique traceable forensic code linked to each specific bottle. This allows police to precisely determine […]
A groundbreaking protocol for capturing fire and crime scenes using virtual reality (VR) technology, enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI), is being developed by forensic scientists at the University of Dundee’s Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science (LRCFS). This innovative approach uses real fire scene footage to create immersive VR experiences. In collaboration with the Scottish […]
In forensic laboratories, drug identification often begins with color tests—quick and cost-effective methods that change color in the presence of drugs. However, these tests have limitations; they are non-specific and may not precisely identify the drug involved, often requiring additional testing for confirmation. For nearly two decades, the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) has funded […]