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See the latest news on microstamping and its impact within the industry<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Blog” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”53px|1px|53.4688px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url=”https:\/\/abcnews.go.com\/US\/wireStory\/push-ny-force-gunmakers-adopt-microstamping-85286125″ overflow-y_tablet=”” overflow-y_phone=”” overflow-y_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(19,17,70,0.75)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n This study aims to investigate the scientific validity of forensic firearm comparisons. It seeks to evaluate the reliability and accuracy of the methods used by firearms examiners in determining the common origin of bullets or cartridge cases. By conducting a literature review and analyzing existing studies, the researchers assess the design and statistical analysis methods employed in evaluating firearm examiner performance. Ultimately, the study aims to determine whether the field of forensic firearm examination meets the criteria for scientific validity, including accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility, as well as to identify any methodological flaws that may exist within the current body of research. The conclusion of this study is that the field of forensic firearm examination lacks scientific validity due to significant methodological flaws identified in existing studies.\u00a0<\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n This study aims to investigate the scientific validity of forensic firearm comparisons. It seeks to evaluate the reliability and accuracy of the methods used by firearms examiners in determining the common origin of bullets or cartridge cases. By conducting a literature review and analyzing existing studies, the researchers assess the design and statistical analysis methods employed in evaluating firearm examiner performance. Ultimately, the study aims to determine whether the field of forensic firearm examination meets the criteria for scientific validity, including accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility, as well as to identify any methodological flaws that may exist within the current body of research. The conclusion of this study is that the field of forensic firearm examination lacks scientific validity due to significant methodological flaws identified in existing studies.\u00a0<\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” link_option_url=”https:\/\/arxiv.org\/abs\/2403.17248″ hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n This study aims to investigate the scientific validity of forensic firearm comparisons. It seeks to evaluate the reliability and accuracy of the methods used by firearms examiners in determining the common origin of bullets or cartridge cases. By conducting a literature review and analyzing existing studies, the researchers assess the design and statistical analysis methods employed in evaluating firearm examiner performance. Ultimately, the study aims to determine whether the field of forensic firearm examination meets the criteria for scientific validity, including accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility, as well as to identify any methodological flaws that may exist within the current body of research. The conclusion of this study is that the field of forensic firearm examination lacks scientific validity due to significant methodological flaws identified in existing studies.\u00a0<\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/tac-labs.com\/forensics\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cornell_University_Logo.png” title_text=”Cornell_University_Logo” url=”https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/the-field-of-firearms-forensics-is-flawed\/” force_fullwidth=”on” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-94px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”-94px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-94px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”109px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”73px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”||42px||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url=”https:\/\/abcnews.go.com\/US\/wireStory\/push-ny-force-gunmakers-adopt-microstamping-85286125″ overflow-y_tablet=”” overflow-y_phone=”” overflow-y_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(19,17,70,0.75)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced that, based on both live-fire testing results and existing peer-reviewed studies, microstamping technology is a viable means of matching an expended cartridge case to the weapon from which it was discharged. This finding represents an important step toward establishing a roster of microstamping-enabled commercial firearms, as contemplated by P.L. 2022, c. 57. Governor Phil Murphy signed that law in 2022 to facilitate the rollout and adoption of microstamping technology for firearms made available for sale to the New Jersey public.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThis technology gives law enforcement an innovative tool to identify crime guns and bring perpetrators to justice,\u201d <\/span>said<\/strong> <\/span>Attorney General Platkin<\/strong>. \u201cNow that we have certified that this technology is viable, we urge gun manufacturers to adopt microstamping technology in their production facilities and apply for placement on New Jersey\u2019s microstamping-enabled firearms roster.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced that, based on both live-fire testing results and existing peer-reviewed studies, microstamping technology is a viable means of matching an expended cartridge case to the weapon from which it was discharged. This finding represents an important step toward establishing a roster of microstamping-enabled commercial firearms, as contemplated by P.L. 2022, c. 57. Governor Phil Murphy signed that law in 2022 to facilitate the rollout and adoption of microstamping technology for firearms made available for sale to the New Jersey public.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThis technology gives law enforcement an innovative tool to identify crime guns and bring perpetrators to justice,\u201d <\/span>said<\/strong> <\/span>Attorney General Platkin<\/strong>. \u201cNow that we have certified that this technology is viable, we urge gun manufacturers to adopt microstamping technology in their production facilities and apply for placement on New Jersey\u2019s microstamping-enabled firearms roster.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” link_option_url=”https:\/\/www.cbsnews.com\/newyork\/news\/new-jersey-lawmakers-considering-microstamping-proposal-as-part-of-new-gun-laws\/” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced that, based on both live-fire testing results and existing peer-reviewed studies, microstamping technology is a viable means of matching an expended cartridge case to the weapon from which it was discharged. This finding represents an important step toward establishing a roster of microstamping-enabled commercial firearms, as contemplated by P.L. 2022, c. 57. Governor Phil Murphy signed that law in 2022 to facilitate the rollout and adoption of microstamping technology for firearms made available for sale to the New Jersey public.<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThis technology gives law enforcement an innovative tool to identify crime guns and bring perpetrators to justice,\u201d\u00a0<\/span>said<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Attorney General Platkin<\/strong>. \u201cNow that we have certified that this technology is viable, we urge gun manufacturers to adopt microstamping technology in their production facilities and apply for placement on New Jersey\u2019s microstamping-enabled firearms roster.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/tac-labs.com\/forensics\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/AG-Symbol.png” title_text=”AG Symbol” url=”https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/the-field-of-firearms-forensics-is-flawed\/” force_fullwidth=”on” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”123px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”73px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”||42px||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url=”https:\/\/abcnews.go.com\/US\/wireStory\/push-ny-force-gunmakers-adopt-microstamping-85286125″ overflow-y_tablet=”” overflow-y_phone=”” overflow-y_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(19,17,70,0.75)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n \u201cThis amazing yet straightforward technology \u2013 imprinting unique identifiers on the firing pin of firearms \u2013 will have a profound impact on public safety across the state,\u201d <\/span>said Attorney General Platkin<\/strong>. \u201cThanks to Governor Murphy, New Jersey is a national leader in innovative approaches to reducing gun violence, and microstamping is the latest example of that. Its adoption will aid our law enforcement officers in swiftly identifying crime guns and holding perpetrators accountable.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n \u201cThis amazing yet straightforward technology \u2013 imprinting unique identifiers on the firing pin of firearms \u2013 will have a profound impact on public safety across the state,\u201d <\/span>said Attorney General Platkin<\/strong>. \u201cThanks to Governor Murphy, New Jersey is a national leader in innovative approaches to reducing gun violence, and microstamping is the latest example of that. Its adoption will aid our law enforcement officers in swiftly identifying crime guns and holding perpetrators accountable.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” link_option_url=”https:\/\/www.cbsnews.com\/newyork\/news\/new-jersey-lawmakers-considering-microstamping-proposal-as-part-of-new-gun-laws\/” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n \u201cThis amazing yet straightforward technology \u2013 imprinting unique identifiers on the firing pin of firearms \u2013 will have a profound impact on public safety across the state,\u201d\u00a0<\/span>said Attorney General Platkin<\/strong>. \u201cThanks to Governor Murphy, New Jersey is a national leader in innovative approaches to reducing gun violence, and microstamping is the latest example of that. Its adoption will aid our law enforcement officers in swiftly identifying crime guns and holding perpetrators accountable.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/tac-labs.com\/forensics\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/New-Jersey-Flag.webp” title_text=”New Jersey Flag” url=”https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/the-field-of-firearms-forensics-is-flawed\/” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url=”https:\/\/abcnews.go.com\/US\/wireStory\/push-ny-force-gunmakers-adopt-microstamping-85286125″ overflow-y_tablet=”” overflow-y_phone=”” overflow-y_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(19,17,70,0.75)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Opinion<\/span>, \u201c<\/span>Kobina Ebo Baroque v. State of Maryland<\/span><\/i>, No. 10, September Term, 2022. Opinion by Fader, C.J., <\/span>EVIDENCE <\/span>\u2013 <\/span>EXPERT EVIDENCE\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Opinion<\/span>, \u201c<\/span>Kobina Ebo Baroque v. State of Maryland<\/span><\/i>, No. 10, September Term, 2022. Opinion by Fader, C.J., <\/span>EVIDENCE <\/span>\u2013 <\/span>EXPERT EVIDENCE\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” link_option_url=”https:\/\/www.mdcourts.gov\/data\/opinions\/coa\/2023\/10a22.pdf” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Opinion<\/span>, \u201c<\/span>Kobina Ebo Baroque v. State of Maryland<\/span><\/i>, No. 10, September Term, 2022. Opinion by Fader, C.J., <\/span>EVIDENCE <\/span>\u2013 <\/span>EXPERT EVIDENCE\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/tac-labs.com\/forensics\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/d013087a.gif” title_text=”d013087a” url=”https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/the-field-of-firearms-forensics-is-flawed\/” disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin_tablet=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||19px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” link_option_url=”https:\/\/abcnews.go.com\/US\/wireStory\/push-ny-force-gunmakers-adopt-microstamping-85286125″ overflow-y_tablet=”” overflow-y_phone=”” overflow-y_last_edited=”on|phone” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”rgba(19,17,70,0.75)” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Shortcomings of current firearm forensic examination left experts disagreeing 32-69% of the time on the origin of a bullet in the study below. Reducing uncertainty through the utilization of microstamping technology is a simple solution to ensure accuracy. Read the article below to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Shortcomings of current firearm forensic examination left experts disagreeing 32-69% of the time on the origin of a bullet in the study below. Reducing uncertainty through the utilization of microstamping technology is a simple solution to ensure accuracy. Read the article below to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n Click here<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|tablet” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”18px” link_option_url=”https:\/\/www.cbsnews.com\/newyork\/news\/new-jersey-lawmakers-considering-microstamping-proposal-as-part-of-new-gun-laws\/” text_font_size_tablet=”12px” text_font_size_phone=”” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Shortcomings of current firearm forensic examination left experts disagreeing 32-69% of the time on the origin of a bullet in the study below. Reducing uncertainty through the utilization of microstamping technology is a simple solution to ensure accuracy. Read the article below to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\nAssessing the Scientific Validity of Forensic Firearm Examination<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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Assessing the Scientific Validity of Forensic Firearm Examination<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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Assessing the Scientific Validity of Forensic Firearm Examination<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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AG Platkin Finds Microstamping Technology Viable for Use in Commercial Firearms Following Live-Fire Testing<\/strong><\/h1>\n
February 28th, 2024<\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n
AG Platkin Finds Microstamping Technology Viable for Use in Commercial Firearms Following Live-Fire Testing<\/strong><\/h1>\n
February 28th, 2024<\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n
AG Platkin Finds Microstamping Technology Viable for Use in Commercial Firearms Following Live-Fire Testing<\/strong><\/h1>\n
February 28th, 2024<\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n
Breaking: New Jersey’s AG Platkin Announces Adoption of Standards and Processes for Microstamping-Enabled Firearms Roster<\/strong><\/h2>\n
August 23rd, 2023<\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n
Breaking: New Jersey’s AG Platkin Announces Adoption of Standards and Processes for Microstamping-Enabled Firearms Roster<\/strong><\/h2>\n
August 23rd, 2023<\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n
Breaking: New Jersey’s AG Platkin Announces Adoption of Standards and Processes for Microstamping-Enabled Firearms Roster<\/strong><\/h2>\n
August 23rd, 2023<\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n
Maryland Court states \u201cForensics can only identify, \u201cTYPE\u201d not \u201cPARTICULAR\u201d firearms when it comes to ballistic evidence found at a crime scene.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
June 20th, 2023<\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n
Maryland Court states \u201cForensics can only identify, \u201cTYPE\u201d not \u201cPARTICULAR\u201d firearms when it comes to ballistic evidence found at a crime scene.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
June 20th, 2023<\/em><\/em><\/h2>\n
Maryland Court states \u201cForensics can only identify, \u201cTYPE\u201d not \u201cPARTICULAR\u201d firearms when it comes to ballistic evidence found at a crime scene.<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The Field of Firearms <\/b>Forensics<\/b> Is Flawed<\/b><\/h2>\n
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The Field of Firearms Forensics Is Flawed<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The Field of Firearms Forensics Is Flawed<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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