Forensic Scientist

Forensic Scientist

LIsa Black

Cape Coral, FL

Female, 49

I spent the five happiest years of my life in a morgue. As a forensic scientist in the Cleveland coroner’s office I analyzed gunshot residue on hands and clothing, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, DNA, blood and many other forms of trace evidence, as well as crime scenes. Now I'm a certified latent print examiner and CSI for a police department in Florida. I also write a series of forensic suspense novels, turning the day job into fiction. My books have been translated into six languages.

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Last Answer on July 21, 2022

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Can “teen” porn on the internet be considered child pornography even if the people in them are not children but prenteding to be young teens/children

Asked by Sammy almost 6 years ago

I don’t know. Luckily I don’t have to deal with those cases other than assisting in a search warrant, since I am not trained in downloading computers and phones (my coworker does that). I think you’’d have to ask a lawyer.

Is it possible to detect K2 sprayed/soaked on paper with a UV/ Black light flashlight?

Asked by Nick almost 5 years ago

I’m sorry but I’m not familiar with what K2 is.

Hi Lisa, I am studying forensics for a project and I came across a couple images that have me stumped. I think they may be phony, but not sure. They are from a gore site (they are non nude). Can you help me determine some things about these pics?

Asked by HG almost 6 years ago

What is it you’re going to want to know about them, because I may or may not be able to help.

What do you think about that show on the weather channel when weather helped solve crimes?

Asked by Jocub over 5 years ago

I have not seen it.

Is this good information for detectives

https://youtu.be/PZxuPthKTcg

Asked by Brett about 5 years ago

I can't click on links I don't recognize. What's it about?

I'm looking at going to school to be a forensic scientist; what are the best things to look for in a school?

Asked by Kaelyn over 5 years ago

Take as many science courses as you can. Much depends on where you want to work and what you want to do. If you want to do DNA analysis and testify in court about it, you may need a PhD in genetics. If you want to work at crime scenes bagging and tagging evidence, you may need only a high school diploma, with added hireability for advanced degrees. The only way to know is to check job opening notices or call the agencies and ask. I would also suggest that you look for schools that have hands-on lab work with forensic topics such as fingerprints or crime scene work. Best of luck to you.

be honest has there ever been someone you did not like and where happy to see their lifeless body?

Asked by sdf almost 6 years ago

I've never known anyone who became one of our victims, so no.