Forensic Equity is a leading provider of forensic science services. With well over 1,000 years of combined experience, our forensic scientists cover all of the major forensic disciplines. All of our services and fee rates are suitable for legal aid applicants. We are always happy to receive case papers and will assess them and provide an initial opinion without charge. Accounting Mark Holdsworth FMAAT CFE MAE Robert Miller BSc(Hons) FCA MAE Biology Nigel Hodge BSc BTh DipPS John Page BA MSBiol CBiol PGDipSciSoc...

Firearms, prohibited weapons, ballistics, explosives, gunshot residue (GSR) analysis, wound analysis, bladed and offensive weapons • Over 35 years' experience • Critical assessment of forensic reports, classification of exhibits including identification of any alternative classifications, particularly regarding antique firearms and items charged under section 5, Firearms Act 1968 and alleged readily convertible imitation firearms • Examination and testing including chronographic testing of air guns • Member of the...

Veterinary medicine & surgery in dogs, cats & birds • Investigation of Section 4 offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 • Investigation of Section 9 offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 • Expert witness for the prosecution & defence • Investigation of animal welfare, negligence & unnecessary suffering • Veterinary forensics • Greyhounds • Post mortem • Since 2015 I have been regularly asked to provide expert veterinary opinion

40 years' experience in firearms matters • Investigation & testing of small arms of all types • Reports prepared on subject matters that include: • Internal ballistics, wear, neglect, firearm safety & firearm design • Advice given on possible areas for investigation relating to firearms used in crime • Coroners reports prepared for weapons & ammunition in cases of suspected suicide • Arbitration service for the investigation of quality & cost of repairs to small arms • Authorised under Firearms Act Section 5 to possess...

Qualified and experienced in recognising and understanding complex canine behaviours • Providing expert evidence in civil and criminal proceedings for both defence and prosecution cases in detailed accurate reports • Specialising in dangerous dog legislation and cases of dogs seized under Section 1 or Section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 • Extensive multi-agency working experience with multiple police forces, RSPCA, local authorities, social services and animal welfare rehoming organisations

Forensic medicine & pathology • Pathology • Homicide • Accidental death • Suicide • Physical assault • Non-accidental injury • Industrial injury • Hospital treatment • Sudden death • Unexpected death • Clinical forensic medicine • Prison deaths Criminal Justice Secure Mail: [email protected]

Shaun is a Canine Clinical Behaviourist available to support Legal Counsel in any dog-related matters that may fall under the auspices of the following legislation: • Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 • Dangerous Dogs (Amendment) Act 1997 • Dogs Act 1871 • Antisocial Behaviour Crime & Policing Act 2014 • The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Act 1953 • Animal Welfare Act 2006 • Guard Dog Act 1975 • The Animals Act 1971 We provide support by conducting the following: • Conformation assessments to identify 'breed' or 'type'. • Dog...

All matters relating to the training, care & operational deployment of general purpose police dogs, & specialist search dogs used for the detection of explosives, drugs, currency & weapons • The training, care & deployment of firearms support dogs • Selection & behavioural traits of dogs deemed suitable for police work • The deployment of a police dog in relation to both use of force and non use of force • Providing dog behaviour advice • Accredited Police Dog Instructor awarded by Home Office Standing Advisory Committee...

Burns, including acute care & long-term effects • Other soft tissue trauma & tissue loss • Scars • Hand trauma • Cosmetic surgery of the breasts, trunk & limbs • General plastic surgery • Skin cancer surgery

Qualified canine behaviourist • Assessment of dogs suspected of being 'dangerous dogs' under Section 3 DDA 1991 and for 'type' assessment for dogs suspected of being prohibited under Section 1 of the Act • Assessment of dogs involved in cruelty cases both for defence and prosecuting authorities • Clients include Police and CPS services throughout the UK, local authorities, private solicitors, RSPCA • Highly experienced in giving expert evidence in both magistrates' and crown courts, including appeal courts

FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES OF THE YEAR 2019 FORENSIC EXPERT OF THE YEAR 2018 FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS OF THE YEAR 2017 (EXPLOSIVES) FORENSIC EXPERT WITNESS SERVICES OF THE YEAR 2016 as a result of a poll of 100,000 solicitors and barristers carried out by Lawyer Monthly magazine. • Expert Witness Institute (EWI) Number: 1168 • The International Association of Forensic Toxicologists (TIAFT) Number: 8984 PUBLIC ENQUIRIES Provision of overall forensic coordination of evidence and analysis of total expert effort...

Expertise in firearms & video imagery material • 20+ years as full-time forensic scientist • 40+ years' experience of firearms, 20 years' experience of imagery material Identification, testing, research & classification of firearms (including pistols, revolvers, shotguns, rifles, air guns, machine guns, antique firearms), ammunition, stun guns & pyrotechnics • Microscopic comparison of bullets & cartridge cases to suspect gun • Toolmarks • Examination of crime scenes, clothing, vehicles for gunshot damage, lines of...

Illicit drug supply including: • Drug valuations, including POCA • Social supply • Street dealing • County lines • Chemsex • Interpretation of communications and notations (including encrypted) • Organised crime • Cannabis cultivation • Illicit drugs laboratories • Urban street gangs • Street slang Firearms supply, including: • Valuations • Methodologies of importation and supply • Slang

Criminal & civil proceedings for both defence & prosecution cases • Dog behaviour/training & breed identification, including prohibited breeds • Dangerous dogs legislation • Police Dog Legislation Officer (DLO) training • Dog behaviour expert for police constabularies across the UK • Dog bites • Human fatalities involving dogs • Cat behaviour • Animal behaviour (mammals & birds) • Animal welfare & protection • Animal-related environmental matters • Animal boarding establishments - licensing matters • Animal assessments for owners...

I can provide expert evidence in respect of cases under Section 1 and Section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 and Section 2 of the Animals Act 1971. Services include a thorough investigation of the circumstances leading up to a dog bite incident, a behavioural assessment and conformation assessment (if required) of the dog, and assessment of the home environment. A full written report and video and photographic evidence are provided. As a former police detective, I have extensive court experience. I am currently...

Glass analysis • Paint analysis • Fibre analysis • Footwear mark & toolmark comparisons • Forensic evidence, general • Analytical chemistry • Drink drive calculations • Drug analysis, valuation & packaging • MDT analysis • Drug driving • Electronic tags

BioMark Forensics arranges experts for the legal profession, including in legally aided cases. Our Case Manager has over 30 years’ experience in forensics, including as an expert herself, so we understand the system and what is needed. The experts we provide have many years’ experience in their respective fields, produce comprehensive reports and are proficient at Court. Evidence covered includes: • Alcohol back calculations • Audio evidence • Blood pattern analysis • CCTV evidence • Collision investigation • Computer...