Forensics: Changing Landscape Heralds New Era

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Changes in key aspects of forensic science investigation have paved the way for innovation and development in the field.

Date - 18th December 2012
By - Jasmin McDermott - Police Oracle

The changing landscape of forensic investigation is paving the way for further innovation and development within the area, the ACPO lead for the portfolio has said.In an interview with PoliceOracle.com, CC Chris Sims said the past year had seen...

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