Mayor Regina Romero | City of Tucson Official website
Mayor Regina Romero | City of Tucson Official website
The Tucson Police Department's (TPD) Crime Scene Unit recently earned an international accreditation in Forensic Inspection (ISO/IEC 17020:2012). This prestigious accreditation, granted by the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation, signifies compliance with more than 150 rigorous requirements.
The accreditation process involved a comprehensive evaluation of the unit's management practices, personnel qualifications, technical procedures, and quality assurance program. This recognition underscores the critical role of forensic work in law enforcement investigations and its importance in upholding the integrity of the criminal justice system.
Achieving this accreditation positions TPD's Crime Scene Unit as an internationally recognized entity known for its integrity, reliability, and technical competence. It is the only accredited crime scene unit in Southern Arizona and the only accredited forensic inspection body in Arizona.
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