The Division of Forensic Sciences (DFS) operates the
Wisconsin State Crime Laboratories (WSCL). DFS employs forensic scientists, technicians, evidence specialists, and crime scene response professionals and offers scientific testing and impartial forensic analysis of evidence in criminal cases for every community in Wisconsin.
DFS crime laboratories—located in Madison, Milwaukee, and Wausau—are the only full-service forensic science laboratories in Wisconsin.
Laboratory Service Area by County
Forensic Services by Laboratory Location
DFS operates three WSCL locations. Service availability varies by location. Use the table below to determine where a specific forensic service is performed.
AFIS
| Available
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| |
Controlled Substances
| Available
| Available
| Available
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Crime Scene Response
| Available
| Available
|
Available
|
DNA Analysis
| Available
|
Available
| |
DNA Databank
|
Available
| | |
Firearms and Toolmarks
| | Available
| |
Forensic Imaging
|
Available
| Available
|
Available
|
Latent Prints and Footwear
| Available
| Available
| Available
|
Toxicology
|
Available
|
Available
| BAC Only
|
Trace Evidence
|
|
Available
|
|
BAC = Blood Alcohol Content
WSCL Career Development Team
Please contact our Career Development Team for any inquiries related to general career questions or event requests such as career fairs, tours, or presentations.
To view and apply for current job openings visit
wisc.jobs