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Welcome Message from the Director Dr. Guy Vallaro
Read the welcome message from Director of the Department of Scientific Services of Connecticut, Dr. Guy Vallaro.
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What is the Scientific Services Internship Program?
Gain hands-on forensic lab experience with the Connecticut DSS internship program. Apply by the deadline for a chance to work in forensic science fields.
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Where can I find Scientific Services forms?
Find forms for the Connecticut Division of Scientific Services.
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What is the Forensic Biology Unit?
The Forensic Biology Unit analyzes biological evidence like blood, semen, and trace DNA, screens sexual assault kits, and ensures efficient sample processing for DNA testing.
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What is the Firearms Unit?
The Firearms Unit analyzes firearms, ammunition, and toolmarks, using NIBIN to match cartridge casings and link evidence to crimes, including burglaries and property damage.
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What is the Imprints Unit?
The Imprints Unit analyzes footwear and tire tracks, using Solemate to identify tread patterns, and ensures security for scratch-off lottery tickets before release.
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What is the Evidence Receiving Unit?
The Evidence Receiving Unit ensures secure storage and chain of custody for forensic evidence submitted by local, state, and federal agencies to the DSS lab.
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What is the Latent Print Unit?
The Latent Print Unit analyzes fingerprints, uses AFIS and NGI systems for matches, and offers electronic submissions to identify or exclude individuals in investigations.
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What is the DNA Unit?
The DNA Unit analyzes nuclear, mitochondrial, and database DNA for CODIS matches, helping solve cases like missing persons, homicides, and mass disasters with advanced techniques.
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What is the Multimedia and Image Enhancement Unit?
The Multimedia and Image Enhancement Unit analyzes and enhances video, audio, and photo evidence for DUI, homicide, and assault cases, helping identify vehicles and suspects.
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What is the history of the Division of Scientific Services?
Explore the history of Connecticut's Division of Scientific Services, from its origins in 1935 to its expansion into a cutting-edge forensic science laboratory by 2012.
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What are Scientific Services' policies and procedures?
Find policies and procedures of the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection Division of Scientific Services.
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What is the Controlled Substance/Breathalyzer Unit?
The Controlled Substance/Breathalyzer Unit analyzes drugs like fentanyl, heroin, and synthetic cannabinoids for evidence, trains breath-alcohol operators, and certifies devices.
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What is the Computer Crimes and Electronic Evidence Unit?
The Computer Crimes and Electronic Evidence Unit solves crimes by analyzing digital evidence, investigating child exploitation, and aiding law enforcement with advanced tools.
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What is the Chemistry Unit?
Learn how the DSS Chemistry Unit analyzes evidence in hit-and-runs, fire debris, GSR, and explosives cases, using advanced techniques like FTIR, SEM-EDX, and GC/MS.
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What is the Toxicology Unit?
The Toxicology Unit analyzes blood, urine, and post-mortem samples for DUIs, drug-facilitated assaults, and homicides, using advanced techniques to identify chemicals.
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