LIsa Black
Cape Coral, FL
Female, 49
I spent the five happiest years of my life in a morgue. As a forensic scientist in the Cleveland coroner’s office I analyzed gunshot residue on hands and clothing, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, DNA, blood and many other forms of trace evidence, as well as crime scenes. Now I'm a certified latent print examiner and CSI for a police department in Florida. I also write a series of forensic suspense novels, turning the day job into fiction. My books have been translated into six languages.
It can be very stressful at times when unexpected overtime or court interferes with life plans, and at times when we are exhausted/hungry/have five detectives all wanting different things at once. But I just focus on the job what needs to be done right now and looking forward to a shower and bed. No, the job is about what I expected.
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I wouldn't have any idea about that.
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Any kind of lab work, lab courses or internships in laboratories or with the criminal justice system.
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Yes. I've never heard it mentioned that certain things don't show up until later.
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Claims Adjuster
What happens when NEITHER driver is at fault?
Meter Maid
Is it tough to have a job that consists exclusively of ruining peoples' days?
Navy Officer (Former)
Just how educated is the typical US military serviceman?
Go to a college that offers a degree in forensic science. Each college or university should have a website where they list the degrees they provide.
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I would guess in his lap or to his right, but it's impossible to know for sure, since you cannot know exactly how the body was positioned or how powerful the load of the bullet might have been.
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I'm afraid not. I'm guessing that would depend entirely on how large the bandage is and how much the person bled. Best of luck!
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