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Forensic Services Division
The Forensic Services Division is a nationally accredited forensic laboratory system serving all state and local law enforcement agencies, medical examiners and prosecuting attorneys in Oregon. The Division also performs forensic analysis on criminal cases for the defense upon a court order.

The Forensic Services Division provides Oregon's only full service forensic laboratory system. Our analysts provide technical assistance and training, evaluate and analyze evidence, interpret results, and provide expert testimony related to the full spectrum of physical evidence recovered from crime scenes.
Law Enforcement Agency Resources
Physical Evidence Resources
National Missing Persons Program
Request for Services (Form 49)
Additional Resources
Forensic Training Opportunities
Oregon Regional Forensic Academies
Oregon Regional Forensic Academies are held in various locations across Oregon each year. These classes provide training to local law enforcement in the identification, collection and preservation of evidence. They are designed for new investigators or as refreshers to more experienced officers.

Class Schedule: TBA

Hours: 0800-1700 hours daily
Cost: Free (does not include meals or lodging)

Students must be officers that will respond to and process crime scenes.

Registration is handled through DPSST. To register, complete the DPSST Regional Course Application in full, obtain applicable signature and fax to 503-378-3345. Walk-ins are not permitted.

Registration questions can be directed to Jennifer Otterlee at (503) 378-2418 or by e-mail

For complete details regarding the ORFA series, click DPSST Regional Training Courses and select "Oregon Regional Forensic Academy" on the left side of the document that appears.

 

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