Category: Forensic Services
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September 19, 2025 - Idaho State Police Concludes National Forensic Science Week with Proclamation and Honors
BOISE, Idaho – National Forensic Science Week concludes with the Idaho State Police (ISP) recognizing the dedication of forensic scientists and celebrating those who have advanced the field across the state. Governor Brad Little proclaimed September 14–20, 2025, as National Forensic Science Week in Idaho, honoring the essential role forensic professionals play in investigating crimes, […]
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September 15, 2025 - National Forensic Science Week begins today; public invited to cold case presentation Tuesday evening
BOISE, Idaho – National Forensic Science Week begins today. The weeklong recognition highlights the vital role forensic science plays in public safety and justice. In 2024 alone, Idaho State Police Forensic Services analyzed more than 13,000 controlled substance samples and completed 481 DNA cases in support of Idaho’s judicial system. As part of the week’s […]
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January 27, 2025 - Construction Underway for New ISP Forensic Lab in Jerome
JEROME, Idaho — The Idaho State Police (ISP) has officially begun constructing a standalone forensic lab at the District 4 office in Jerome. This state-of-the-art facility is expected to be completed within a year and will provide critical forensic support for law enforcement agencies. The new lab will feature a dedicated chemistry unit specializing in […]
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January 20, 2025 - Idaho State Police Forensic Services Publishes 2024 Idaho Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kit Annual Report
MERIDIAN, Idaho – Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) has released the 2024 Idaho Sexual Assault Evidence Collection Kit (SAECK) Annual Report, as mandated by Idaho Code. This comprehensive report provides transparency and accountability for the examination and processing of sexual assault evidence collection kits statewide during the 2024 calendar year. “Our commitment to justice […]
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January 14, 2025 - Annual Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) IMPACT REPORT Released
MERIDIAN, Idaho —The Idaho State Police (ISP) is proud to release the annual Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) IMPACT REPORT, which underscores the significant role ISPFS Laboratories play in advancing Idaho’s criminal justice system through forensic science, innovation, and expertise. This report highlights the essential role forensic science plays in solving crimes, ensuring justice, […]
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January 9, 2025 - Idaho State Police Releases Annual Toxicology Report for Fiscal Year 2024
MERIDIAN, Idaho — The Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) has released its annual Toxicology Report for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY2024), highlighting trends in toxicology testing and providing valuable insights into substance use in Idaho. The report and extracted fact sheet include data from toxicology cases submitted to ISPFS laboratories in Coeur d’Alene (Northern Idaho), […]
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December 20, 2024 - Idaho State Police Forensic Services Expands NIBIN Capabilities with New Unit in Coeur d’Alene
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – The Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) is proud to announce the installation of a National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) unit at the Coeur d’Alene laboratory. This significant addition is the second NIBIN unit in Idaho, with the first installed in Meridian in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies. The […]
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October 29, 2024 - Idaho State Police Announces Milestone of 250 Trained SANE Nurses
MERIDIAN, Idaho – The Idaho State Police (ISP) is proud to announce the successful completion of its initiative to train 250 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE), a significant achievement in supporting survivors of sexual assault throughout Idaho. Launched in September 2017, the “SANE250” initiative set out with the goal of training 250 nurses to provide […]
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September 20, 2024 - Idaho State Police Honors Matthew Gamette with the 2024 Rick Groff Visionary Leadership in Forensic Science Award
Meridian, ID —The Idaho State Police (ISP) is proud to announce Matthew Gamette as the recipient of the prestigious 2024 Rick Groff Visionary Leadership in Forensic Science Award. This honor recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership in advancing forensic science and carrying forward the legacy of Rick Groff, a pioneer in forensic services. Since 2008, […]
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September 20, 2024 - Idaho State Police Forensic Services Announces 2024 Idaho Forensic Science Educator of the Year Award Winner
MERIDIAN, Idaho – In recognition of National Forensic Science Week, Idaho State Police Forensic Services (ISPFS) is proud to announce Sally Pham, a high school forensics teacher at Eagle High School, as the recipient of the 2024 Idaho Forensic Science Educator of the Year. With over eight years of experience in the classroom, Sally Pham […]