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

Why do some people still think Jeffery Epstein killed him self?

Asked by Jim about 6 years ago

I have no idea and don't know anything about the case.

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what is the most important thing to know before becoming a forensic scientist?

Asked by Denisse Parada over 6 years ago

The most important qualities to have would be patience, persistence, attention to detail and objectivity.

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What kinds of detectives are there>?

Asked by Baileigh over 6 years ago

‘Detective’ is just a position, like sergeant or school resource officer, so what the detectives investigate depends on what department they’re in—white collar, ‘property’ (which would be burglary, theft, vandalism), ‘persons’ (assault, murder, sex assault), vice/narcotics, etc.

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Hi, have you heard about the Hilary Clinton being subpoenaed for a disposition? The emails among other things. How will they detemine gulit and what do you think?

Asked by JAY over 6 years ago

Not my field.

624 Votes

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Would you be able to look over my resume and tell me if its ok or if you can give me some tips on how to improve it for the forensics field?

Asked by Sosi over 6 years ago

Sure, I'll be happy to help. Email it to: lisa-black@live.com

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What do they ask on the polygraph in relation to past drug use and what is the reference period?

Asked by Red about 6 years ago

I don't think there's a standard set of questions. The hiring agency can ask anything they want, I suppose. When I had one for my job they asked about past drug use but I don't remember if it was 'ever' or 'within the past x years..' Sorry I can't help.

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