Evidence

The primary resource for information regarding collection and preservation of exhibits is the Handbook for the Investigator. This handbook also provides guidance with respect to routinely accepted case and item types.

A section manager can authorize an urgent examination based on the specific needs of the investigation. Contact the laboratory prior to submission or as soon as possible thereafter to provide your specific set of circumstances. The manager will then evaluate if there is a need for the laboratory to provide rapid response.

Biological testing/analyses will fall under one of two service lines, High Volume or Violent Crime. Details regarding sample collection and case acceptance can be found in the following guides. Contact the Biology Section scientific advisors for more information

For biological testing in offences such as break and enter, theft, drug, and weapon offences.

For biological testing in offences such as homicide, attempt homicide, sexual assault, and robbery.

For testing of firearms, ammunition and other devices.

Investigative agencies can order collection supplies from the CFS using this online form.

A guide to the process of submitting evidence to the Centre of Forensic Sciences.