Denver Police Department's Crime Laboratory: The Science Behind the Scenes of a Successful Prosecution
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There is a lot of work that goes into a criminal investigation and prosecution, and the Denver Police Department’s Crime Laboratory plays a critical role in that work. Division Chief Dave Fisher and Crime Lab Director Gregg LaBerge join Denver DA Mitch Morrissey to talk about the science behind a successful prosecution on this edition of Dialogue: Denver D.A.
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The DNA Unit conducts comparative analysis of molecular genetic and biological materials including blood, saliva, semen, skin tissue and hair root.
- The Trace Evidence Unit performs comparative analysis of inorganic substances including hair shafts, fibers, soils, paint, glass, explosive residue and gun shot residue.
- The Firearms Unit conducts test firing of weapons and perform examinations and comparisons of bullets recovered at crime scenes.
- The Crime Scene Investigations Unit handles evidence identification, collection and documentation at crime scenes.
- The Latent Prints Unit compares and analyzes fingerprint evidence recovered at crime scenes and also conducts tire and shoe print examinations.
 Should I be suspicious of an offer to order a certified copy of my Property Deed document for $69.50?
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YES! The Denver DA’s Office is aware of a company called National Deed Service charging $69.50 for these documents that you can get yourself! You can order them online directly from the Denver Clerk and Recorder for $1.25 a page plus a $1 fee. Go to www.DenverGov.org and click on Records and Documents.
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