Forensic Science: Current Concepts and Issues
This training was presented as a part of the National Center on Forensics conference at George Mason University on August 8th, 2023. In this session, former Senior Advisor on Forensic Science in the Office of Legal Policy at the US Department of Justice Kenneth Melson touches on many topics affecting and influencing the field of forensic science currently. From backlogs to accreditation processes and entities, George Washington Law Professor Melson covers a succinct yet extensive snapshot of the current state of forensics. This session breaks down expert reports, discusses the current size of the field, and discusses how shortcomings are being addressed across the board via accreditation processes and the introduction and implementation of standards.
This event was hosted by the National Center on Forensics under an award from the National Institute of Justice.
Disclaimer:
Opinions or points of view expressed in these recordings represent those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any commercial products and manufacturers discussed in these recordings are presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.