Encyclopedia Galactica: Forensic Science
Forensic science in 2991 is an integral part of law enforcement. Charge weapons are virtually 100% identifiable because of the unique signatures they impart to projectiles fired through them. Energy weapons are identifiable down to type, and in most instances manufacturer, due to the unique damage patterns they leave behind. DNA sniffers can now detect microscopic amounts of biological material at a crime scene. Humans are always shedding dead skin or hair so if any of this material can be found at a crime scene the DNA sniffer can find it and with almost total accuracy complete a DNA analysis. Nothing convicts criminals likepictures, and in most urban centers of large worlds these are now easy to obtain. Tri-dee surveillance of most public areas is almost assured. If no DNA or surveillance evidence can be developed, most court systems now also admit Psychic evidence from certified Psychic members of law enforcement agencies.
