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The method of identifying individuals based on the unique patterns of their fingerprints. Used in the Sherlock Holmes story 'The Norwood Builder'.

Study of the causes of death, particularly in cases where there are legal implications. Figure prominently in 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation'.

Using the DNA contained in the mitochondria for identification purposes, suitable when nuclear DNA is not available. Referenced in 'The Bone Collector'.

The study and comparison of documents to determine authenticity. Included in the plot of 'The Da Vinci Code'.

Technique employed for identifying individuals by their unique DNA sequences. Appears in 'Jurassic Park' for dinosaur cloning.

The study of insects as it pertains to criminal investigations, especially in determining time of death. Seen in 'Bones'.

Examination of small materials that can be transferred during the commission of a violent crime. Featured in 'The Silence of the Lambs'.

Study of handwriting to identify the author and detect forgery or fraud. Incorporated into the storyline of 'Catch Me If You Can'.

The study of body fluids for the purpose of identifying individuals and determining the nature and cause of crimes. Featured in 'NCIS'.

The process of investigating the cause of a fire to determine if it was accidental or deliberate. Central to the plot of 'Backdraft'.

The classification of blood based on the absence or presence of inherited antigenic substances on the surface of red blood cells. Featured in the Sherlock Holmes story 'The Adventure of the Blanched Soldier'.

The study and interpretation of bloodstains at a crime scene to reconstruct the events of the crime. Used in 'Dexter' by the protagonist.

Identifying an individual by their speech patterns and voice characteristics. Used in 'Sneakers' to identify a voice recording.

The use of isotopic ratios, especially in cases involving unidentified remains, to suggest region of origin or dietary habits. Referenced in 'CSI: Miami'.

Using language, its structure, and content within communication to provide insights into the writer's or speaker's background. Utilized in 'Criminal Minds'.

Study of the dynamics of projectiles; used in 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation' to solve crimes involving firearms.

The examination of marks left by shoes or tires to identify the make or model and, potentially, the culprit's movements. Featured in 'The Wire'.

Identification of individuals based on dental records, especially useful in cases where the body is unrecognizable. Used in 'Silent Witness'.

A post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease. Central to the plot of 'Quincy, M.E.'

The practice of collecting, analyzing, and reporting on digital data in a way that is legally admissible. Appears in 'Mr. Robot'.

An investigative tool used to hypothesize about the characteristics of an unknown criminal. Featured in 'Mindhunter'.

Application of physical anthropology in a legal setting, often in establishing the identity of skeletonized human remains. Central to the TV series 'Bones'.

The collection and analysis of imprints left by a perpetrator, such as tool marks, footwear imprints, or tire tracks. Appears in 'Breaking Bad'.

Branch of science focusing on the effects and detection of poisons. Pivotal in Agatha Christie's 'The Mysterious Affair at Styles'.