ISSN: 0022-1198
CODEN: JFSCA
Page Count: 4

Casework Experience of GSR Detection in Israel, on Samples from Hands, Hair, and Clothing Using an Autosearch SEM/EDX System
Zeichner, A
Head of Toolmarks and Materials Section and Head of Toolmarks and Materials Laboratory, Division of Identification and Forensic Science, Israel Police Headquarters,

Levin, N
Head of Toolmarks and Materials Section and Head of Toolmarks and Materials Laboratory, Division of Identification and Forensic Science, Israel Police Headquarters,

(Received 17 January 1995; accepted 4 April 1995)

Abstract

Casework experience in the detection of GSR particles on samples from hands, hair and clothing is reported for the period of 6 years (1989–1994). The overall “success” rate on the examined samples is about 10%. Aspects of the sampling procedures, the number of particles detected per sample and problems of possible contamination are discussed.

Keywords:
forensic science, criminalistics, gunshot residue, scanning electro microscopy-energy dispersive X-ray analysis

Paper ID: JFS13881J
DOI: 10.1520/JFS13881J
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