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Was this bullet fired by that gun? Did this bullet come from that box of cartridges? Experts have long stated opinions on these topics, but new research raises questions about whether the so-called experts really know what they are talking about.

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    • Firearm Ballistics Firearm Ballistics
      • Firearms & Ballistics Training Materials Firearms & Ballistics Training Materials
        Document Medical Pathologist Tutorial on Firearms Excellent overview of subject with terminology and long descriptions focusing on GSR detection, wound analysis. Color photos.
        [ Submitter: DC PDS  |  more info ]
        Document *Firearm ID and Gunpowder Residue Training Transcript 2003 Transcript of training by Forensic Consultants William Conrad and John Dillon. Extensive discussion of examiners' standard procedures and some discussion of D.C. examiners in particular.
        [ Submitter: D.C. PDS  |  more info ]