Forensic Science Regulator consultations
Detail of outcome
All the responses to the consultation were taken into account when redrafting these documents. You can now read the final versions.
Original consultation
Consultation description
The Forensic Science Regulator has published a [Code of Practice and Conduct] for forensic science providers and practitioners in the criminal justice system.
The Code of Practice was intended to be supplemented with appendices covering evidence specific requirements, guidance,information and protocols.
In order to finalise each appendix, each one must undergo a public consultation to gain feedback.
The three appendices are available to download below. You can download the feedback form below to provide your comments on each appendix.
DNA analysis appendix
The DNA Appendix has been produced by the Regulators DNA Specialist Group and has taken into account elements of the report to him on [the interpretation of DNA evidence] (including low template DNA).
Digital appendix
The Digital Forensic Services appendix has been produced by the Regulators Specialist Group.
Digital appendix - video
The Digital Forensic Services - video analysis appendix has been produced by the Regulators Specialist Group.
How to respond
Please complete the standard feedback form below - following the response instructions detailed inside each of the consultation documents.
Please note the following email addresses for responses:
DNA analysis consultation: [FSRConsultation1@homeoffice.gov.uk]
Digital forensic consultation: [FSRConsultation2@homeoffice.gov.uk]
Video analysis consultation: [FSRConsultation3@homeoffice.gov.uk]
Documents
Updates to this page
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Final outcome published.
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First published.