PUBLICATION ADVISORY

National Institute of Justice Publishes Recommendations for Improving Forensic Laboratory Practices

      WASHINGTON – The Office of Justice Programs’ National Institute of Justice today published a guide designed to lead forensic DNA laboratory stakeholders through scientific and policy decisions.  The guide includes recommendations designed to help laboratories anticipate changes — including technological advances and new legislation — that may affect their caseloads.

      The recommendations are authored by experts in forensic science and laboratory management and aimed at improving efficiency of various essential tasks that DNA forensic laboratories routinely perform.  Tasks range from hiring and training personnel to implementing new technologies, managing casework and tracking laboratory workflows.

      TITLE:  National Best Practices for Improving DNA Laboratory Process Efficiency

      AUTHOR:  National Institute of Justice

      HERE:  https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles1/nij/304051.pdf

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      The Office of Justice Programs provides federal leadership, grants, training, technical assistance and other resources to improve the nation’s capacity to prevent and reduce crime, advance racial equity in the administration of justice, assist victims and enhance the rule of law.  More information about OJP and its components can be found at www.ojp.gov.

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OFFICE:  nij.ojp.gov
CONTACT:  Sheila Jerusalem at 202-598-0793 or [email protected]