About

The examination of crime scenes uses a methodical approach in an attempt to capture as much physical evidence in as pristine and usable condition as possible. The techniques described in this class are recognized by an international organization of crime scene investigators and forensic scientists to be a standard approach to crime scene investigation.

In the recent past, questions have been raised regarding the amount of technical training analysts receive. Based on these concerns, BGA has revised and expanded its reconstruction training curriculum beyond that found in our “Level I” and “Level II” reconstruction courses. The BGA Crime Scene Reconstruction Professional Development Program (CSRPD) is intended to better meet the needs of both the student and the discipline.

Concept:

CSRPD is designed to properly train competent crime scene reconstruction analysts. This comprehensive training program provides novice students with the tools to become a competent analysts and ultimately to the status of expert.

The CSRPD program incorporates our two distinct 40-hour training courses. The Level I course introduces students to reconstruction analysis with a significant concentration on the accepted methodology and the application of the scientific method. The Level II course further develops the application of the scientific method and experimental design. A significant amount of time is focused on the development of demonstratives, which assist the analysts in explaining their opinions to courts of law.

CSR Level II

Prerequisite:
Approved CSR Basic Course
Length:
One week
Purpose:
A course of instruction designed for investigators, crime scene technicians, forensic technicians, and others practicing crime scene analysis. The course will enhance basic skills and develop advanced skills used to analyze complex crime scenes. Additionally, the student will be given an opportunity to practice their analysis skills and see how to properly present their findings at court.

Objectives:

• Demonstrate proper use of the Event Analysis technique to define objective information about a criminal incident.

• Understand functional methods and techniques of creating demonstrative evidence to illustrate their analysis.

• Understand and demonstrate how to properly withstand Daubert type hearings on crime scene analysis.

• Understand and demonstrate an ability to articulate their analysis to a jury.