Trace Evidence

Locard’s Principle states that an item will exchange trace material with anything it comes in contact with. This transfer can be glass, fibers, biological material, or even footwear impressions. IFL can process your evidence for Trace Evidence and assist your agency with selecting the most appropriate examinations.

Here are some typical analyses preformed by our trace section:

- Fire debris analysis and identification of ignitable liquids

- Fracture match comparison

- Recovery of trace material

- Examination and identification of impression evidence (footwear and tire-tread)

- Visualization with alternate light source

- Forensic microscopy and photo-documentation