DPS Highlights Crime Lab’s Vital Role for National Forensic Science Week
· Texas Border Business
In recognition of National Forensic Science Week, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is honoring the dedicated staff of its Crime Laboratory Division. DPS Chief Brady Mills highlighted the division's significant contributions, including processing over 113,000 forensic requests and uploading nearly 149,000 DNA samples to CODIS. The Sexual Assault Evidence Tracking program has tracked over 72,000 kits, while the new Limited Consent for DNA Testing Program allows sexual assault survivors to obtain forensic exams at no cost. DPS is also piloting Rapid DNA technology to expedite testing at booking facilities, aiming to enhance public safety.
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