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'''Forensic locksmithing''' (or '''investigative locksmithing''', '''forensics''') is the study of the forensic evidence left behind by different entry techniques on [[lock]]s and [[safes]], as well as surrounding areas such as [[door]]s, windows, and walls. [[Locksmith]]s who provide forensic services are referred to as forensic or investigative locksmiths. | '''Forensic locksmithing''' (or '''investigative locksmithing''', '''forensics''') is the study of the forensic evidence left behind by different entry techniques on [[lock]]s and [[safes]], as well as surrounding areas such as [[door]]s, windows, and walls. [[Locksmith]]s who provide forensic services are referred to as forensic or investigative locksmiths. | ||
The forensic locksmith assists investigative agencies in criminal investigations, insurance claims, and security maintenance by providing the facts surrounding the compromise of a lock or [[key]] system. In this regard, the forensic locksmith identifies the method of entry, tools used, skill level of attacker(s), the relative security of the system, and evidence that may be used to identify suspects. The forensic locksmith does not solve cases for the investigative agency, rather they provide facts, evidence, and insight that may be used to affect the outcome of an investigation.<ref>[http://www.lockpickingforensics.com Lockpicking Forensics | The forensic locksmith assists investigative agencies in criminal investigations, insurance claims, and security maintenance by providing the facts surrounding the compromise of a lock or [[key]] system. In this regard, the forensic locksmith identifies the method of entry, tools used, skill level of attacker(s), the relative security of the system, and evidence that may be used to identify suspects. The forensic locksmith does not solve cases for the investigative agency, rather they provide facts, evidence, and insight that may be used to affect the outcome of an investigation.<ref>[http://www.lockpickingforensics.com/forensic_locksmithing.php Lockpicking Forensics - Forensic Locksmithing]</ref> <!-- Douchey, but I have no other sites to reference :( [[User:Datagram]]--> | ||
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== Forensic Evidence == | == Forensic Evidence == | ||
All [[Destructive entry|destructive]] and [[Covert entry|covert]] methods of entry leave some form of forensic evidence. The latter leaves evidence that is not normally detected by normal users but can be discovered by a trained forensic locksmith. Attempts to conceal evidence from both types of entry methods is usually done through repair or replacement of affected components. This in itself may leave forensic evidence, as well. | |||
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* [http://www.iail.org International Association of Investigative Locksmiths (IAIL) homepage] | * [http://www.iail.org International Association of Investigative Locksmiths (IAIL) homepage] | ||
* [http://www.lockpickingforensics.com Lockpicking Forensics homepage] | |||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
Revision as of 18:31, 12 August 2009
Forensic Locksmithing
Forensic locksmithing (or investigative locksmithing, forensics) is the study of the forensic evidence left behind by different entry techniques on locks and safes, as well as surrounding areas such as doors, windows, and walls. Locksmiths who provide forensic services are referred to as forensic or investigative locksmiths.
The forensic locksmith assists investigative agencies in criminal investigations, insurance claims, and security maintenance by providing the facts surrounding the compromise of a lock or key system. In this regard, the forensic locksmith identifies the method of entry, tools used, skill level of attacker(s), the relative security of the system, and evidence that may be used to identify suspects. The forensic locksmith does not solve cases for the investigative agency, rather they provide facts, evidence, and insight that may be used to affect the outcome of an investigation.[1]
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Forensic Evidence
All destructive and covert methods of entry leave some form of forensic evidence. The latter leaves evidence that is not normally detected by normal users but can be discovered by a trained forensic locksmith. Attempts to conceal evidence from both types of entry methods is usually done through repair or replacement of affected components. This in itself may leave forensic evidence, as well.
References
External links
- International Association of Investigative Locksmiths (IAIL) homepage
- Lockpicking Forensics homepage
See also
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