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ASTM WK92115

New Terminology for Standard Terminology relating to Trace Evidence Analysis

1. Scope
This is a compilation of terms and corresponding definitions used in the examination and analysis of trace evidence to include the areas of fibers, hairs, paints, tapes, glass, and geological materials analysis. 1.2 Legal or scientific terms that generally are understood or defined adequately in other readily available sources may not be included.
Keywords
trace evidence; paint analysis; Fiber analysis; hair analysis; tape analysis; forensics; glass analysis; geological materials analysis; soil analysis
Rationale

The forensic community needs to easily see terms used in the forensic science discipline of trace analysis. This terminology standards would provide a mechanism to document these agreed upon terms in one standard.

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: E30.92

Committee: E30

Staff Manager: Kevin Shanahan

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 08-28-2024

Technical Contact: Jennifer Remy

Item: 001

Ballot: E30.92 (25-01)

Status: In Balloting

Item: 002

Ballot: E30.92 (25-01)

Status: In Balloting

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