Forensic Imaging

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ male lab technician in blue looking in microscope Forensic Imaging analyzes a wide variety of evidence with requests ranging from specialized photographic documentation to image and video analysis.

Items of evidence are digitally recorded and anal​yzed while maintaining the integrity of the evidence throughout the process. Specialized lighting techniques, imaging systems, and software are utilized when conducting analysis. ​

​Additional visual detail can be recovered and examined in submitted image and video evidence through numerous clarification techniques.​

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3D Model of Skull

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Day in the Life of the Forensic Imaging Unit 

Services

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  • High resolution imaging of evidence
  • 3D imaging and model generation of evidence
  • Full spectrum imaging (ultra violet through infrared)

  • Demultiplexing
  • Isolation of time periods of interest
  • Still images from video
  • Image clarification
  • Comparisons of questioned items to known items

  • Conversion of film to high resolution digital images (from microfiche to 11X17 negatives)
  • Conversion of most analogue tapes (eg VHS, Cassette, 8mm) to digital files

  • Demonstrative exhibits
  • Large format printing
  • Digital presentations/animations
  • Bulk printing (call for turnaround time)
  • Image capture and/or video recordings

  • Hands-on photography and camera training
  • Night photography
  • Macro photography
  • Crime scene photography

 

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