Digging deeper into the “forensic mini-lab for cops” topic, here is some more infomation on who will be providing tech help and possibly lab analyses of forensic specimens for the Winston-Salem police department. A private contract company that is well-respected according to ftg (@ForensicToxGuy). This out sourcing of more common toxicology testing speaks of the “slow response time” that has been often reported of local and state run crime labs
Somebody needs to tell this Winston-Salem police chief how “speedy crime lab tests” (to avoid huge delays from the state lab) might not work out so well in some circumstances. The “speedy trial” reward for being “speedy” in that his mini-lab needs regular calibration and proficiency testing that no one learns at the local police academy. Last I heard some of the large regional crime labs are not doing so well. And here. And here. And here.
Rountree [the Chief] said being able to process tests faster will be better for investigators and the accused.
“It will allow citizens to have a speedy trial,” Rountree said.
“It can potentially save money as far as jail space,” he said. “People that couldn’t afford to get out on bail can now have their day in court.”
“This swift turn around should also provide an expedited resolution to all interested parties in a criminal…
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