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Forensic Training and the NAS Report
Hi Everyone!
During our Comparison Analysis of Video and Image Evidence class offered in October, we spent considerable time discussing the National Academy of Sciences Report. If you don't know much about this report, I strongly recommend that you take a look. Below is a brief summary of the report and the reactions from a few forensic organizations:
On February 18, 2009 the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) released their report entitled "Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States: A Path Forward." This report was the result of two years of research and deliberation by forensic-science practitioners, legal practitioners, and a diverse group of scientists. In a press release accompanying the release of the report, the NAS stated they found, "... serious deficiencies in the nation's forensic science system and calls for major reforms and new research."
While a statement such as this may cause alarm in the forensic science community, many organizations released comments and responses to the NAS report. The American Society of Crime Lab Directors (ASCLD) released a statement that welcomed scholarly peer review and constructive discussion regarding forensic science and its policies but focused on two fundamental issues: standardization and funding improvements. Many organizations such as the International Association for Identification, the Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence, and the American Academy of Forensic Science also echoed these statements and specifically addressed each recommendation.
The bottom line is that as a practitioner of forensic science you need to be aware of the issues raised in this report and how it will steer questions from attorneys in the courtroom. To get your own personal copy of the NAS report, visit the National Academies Press website and order an electronic or hardback copy today. We also address the NAS report and proper responses to issues raised in the courtroom in our Comparison Analysis of Video and Image Evidence class. This class is currently being offered in Tucson, AZ January 19 - 21, 2010 and near Seattle, WA September 29 - October 1, 2010.
For more information on all of our upcoming classes, review the information below or visit our website at www.resvid.com.
We hope to see you in class soon!
Dorothy
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Dorothy Stout
Resolution Video Inc.
www.resvid.com
703-759-7803
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Forensic Video Analysis for Avid - Level 1
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 Learn practical analysis and enhancement techniques using the Avid system! This
three-day class focuses on what you need to know for everyday examinations of
video evidence. Multiple hands-on exercises on real video evidence ensure you
understand and can apply these forensic examination techniques.
One of our previous students stated: " With your class, I can better
utilize the tools in the Avid system and feel confident in my abilities. You
really taught us practical applications."
This class is appropriate for
people who are new to the Avid system as well as those people in need of a
refresher.
Where & When
Beaverton Police Department
Beaverton, OR
December 2 - 4, 2009
Cost
$895
Registration
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Forensic Video Analysis for Avid - Level 2
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 Video evidence recovered from a crime scene may be simply examined to produce
excellent results for investigative purposes.These basic techniques are the
foundation on which this course builds upon. By understanding the technology
behind both the recording equipment that produces the evidence and the tools
that are utilized by Forensic Video Analysts, examination procedures can be
improved upon and streamlined.
Forensic Video Analysis for Avid - Level 2 uses the Avid system to educate the student on intermediate level
processing and management techniques for video evidence examination workflows.
Both analog and digital video security system technologies will be reviewed as
well as the tools available for processing. As a hands-on class, students will
be given the opportunity to practice the techniques taught in class on Avid
laptop systems utilizing a variety of forensic filters.
Where & When
Beaverton Police Department
Beaverton, OR
December 7 - 9, 2009
Cost
$895
Registration
Click here for more information and to access our online registration form.
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| Adobe Photoshop for Forensics |
 Adobe Photoshop CS4 and Adobe Bridge are valuable image editing applications for
forensic analysis. Using them properly so that the results are acceptable in
court is critical!
Adobe Photoshop for Forensics
is recommended for anyone using Adobe Photoshop or another image editing
application for forensic image analysis. In this three-day hands-on workshop,
you will be introduced to the key features of Adobe Photoshop CS4 and Adobe
Bridge for the analysis of crime scene photos, latent prints, tire and footwear
impressions, toolmarks, questioned documents and video evidence.
Where & When
Kent Police/Fire Training Center
near Seattle, WA
December 16 - 18, 2009
Cost
$695
Registration
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Comparison Analysis for Video and Image Evidence
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When you arrive to work you find 3 DVDs and a Hi 8 cassette tape on your desk waiting for you. There is a note from the detective explaining that the suspect may appear on some or all of them. It is now your job to extract the images from the videos and determine whether the suspect is the same. So what do you do now? Do you head to the coffee pot and prepare for an all day affair and perhaps a long night? Or do you pull out your Resolution Video manual for your playbook to success?
If you have been processing video for years or are fairly new to the field you're bound to get a lot out of our Comparison Analysis of Video and Image Evidence class. This streamlined 3-day class will give you the tools, techniques, and extensive hands-on practice you need to get the job done correctly and efficiently. Successful completion of this course will assist in providing the credentials you need for qualifying as an expert in court.
Where & When
Tucson Police Department
Tucson, AZ
January 19 - 21, 2010
Bellevue Police Department
near Seattle, WA
October 29 - September 1, 2010
Cost
$695
Registration
Click here for more information and to access our online registration form.
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Digital Video Processing Techniques
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 Do you struggle with digital video files from digital CCTV systems? Are you having problems managing the codecs and programs on the computer you analyze these files on? Have you ever wondered if you were doing your examination of video evidence in the most efficient manner?
Digital Video Processing Techniques is a 3-day workshop that answers all these questions and more. A variety of programs will be explored for common analysis
techniques including playback, screen capture, and transcoding of
digital video files. Additionally, new and improved workflows for
analyzing and enhancing both standard and proprietary video file
formats will be discussed.
Where & When
Lakeland Police Department
Lakeland, FL
February 23 - 25, 2010
Cost
$895
Registration
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Digital Video Evidence Recovery
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 Digital video surveillance systems present a multitude of challenges when attempting to recover the video evidence of an incident. Understanding the best practices and guidelines is helpful but putting that knowledge to the test is indispensable!
Digital Video Evidence Recovery provides you with the opportunity to work on a variety of digital video surveillance systems in an attempt to recover video evidence! Most methods of recovery will be demonstrated and practiced in this three-day class providing you with a better understanding of how to recover the "best evidence".
Where & When
Hillsboro Police Department
Hillsboro, OR.
April 14 - 16, 2010
Cost
$895.00
Registration
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