Montana Stat Crime Lab

The Forensic Science Division (FSD) in Montana is a state-of-the-art laboratory facility located in Missoula and Billings. Committed to providing accurate and timely forensic analyses, the FSD employs certified forensic scientists who utilize high-quality instrumentation and validated procedures to serve the criminal justice community and the citizens of Montana. With sections dedicated to medical examination, toxicology, chemical analysis, firearms toolmarks, latent prints, biology, quality assurance, and evidence, the FSD ensures the highest standards of forensic science in accordance with international accreditation.

Working in partnership with medical examiners and coroners, the FSD's medical examiner system promotes the health, well-being, and safety of Montana's citizens through education, service, and compassionate death investigation. The laboratory's various sections specialize in analyzing biological samples for drugs and toxins, examining evidence related to dangerous drugs and firearms, identifying and comparing skin impressions, and analyzing biological materials for individualization purposes. With a strong emphasis on quality assurance and adherence to international accreditation standards, the FSD is dedicated to maximizing its value to the criminal justice community and the citizens of Montana.

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