Welcome to the Sedgwick County Regional Forensic
Science Center, a state-of-the-art facility housing the office
of the District Coroner and Forensic Science Laboratories (FSL).
The Regional Forensic Science Center officially
opened on December 21st, 1995.
In April of 1996, the Forensic Science Laboratories
began accepting cases for firearms examination.
Three months later, the Biology Section provided
forensic examinations for the identification of
biological fluids. After mandatory accreditation
by the State of Kansas, the Toxicology Laboratory began
producing comprehensive examinations in post-mortem
toxicology to support the District Coroner in September
of 1996. This was followed by the FSL providing
forensic drug identification for local and regional law
enforcement agencies. In November of 1996,
arson/fire debris analysis was added to the
Criminalistics Section. In January 1997, the
center opened the first STR DNA Laboratory in the State
of Kansas. The Trace unit was expanded in 1998 to
provide forensic analysis of paint and fibers.
A commitment to excellence has
guided the development of this full service center. Under the
guidance of nationally recognized scientists, the Center
provides timely reports, cost effective analyses and expert
testimony. Support staff includes experienced forensic
investigators, autopsy technicians, and forensic scientists as
well as clerical and administrative staff.
As a regional facility, the Center
provides services to out-of-county entities
on a fee for service basis. For
more information please call us at (316) 660-4800.
Our Mission: To promote
the health and public safety of the residents of
Sedgwick County and surrounding communities and to
support the criminal justice system by providing quality
medico-legal and forensic laboratory services.
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