Founded in 1937, S.C.A.F.O., or the Southern California Association of Fingerprint Officers, is an organization that stands as a testament to the dedication and progress in the field of forensic science. As a nonprofit assembly, it brings together experts from various forensic disciplines, all united by a common goal: to advance the science and the practice of forensic identification.

Over the years, S.C.A.F.O. has grown substantially, both in size and in the scope of its influence. Initially catering to the professional community within Southern California, the association’s renown has spread far beyond the state lines. Today, it enjoys national and international recognition, drawing members and contributors from across the globe. The organization’s growth is due to its commitment to excellence and professional development. S.C.A.F.O. provides regular training, educational resources, and opportunities for networking.

The International Association for Bloodstain Pattern Analysts (IABPA) is a premier professional organization for practitioners and educational professionals in the science of bloodstain pattern analysis (BPA). The IABPA is focused on promoting the science of BPA, standardizing the scientific techniques of BPA, promoting education and encouraging research in BPA, and informing members and the BPA community of the latest techniques, discoveries, and developments in BPA.

Over the years, S.C.A.F.O. has grown substantially, both in size and in the scope of its influence. Initially catering to the professional community within Southern California, the association’s renown has spread far beyond the state lines. Today, it enjoys national and international recognition, drawing members and contributors from across the globe. The organization’s growth is due to its commitment to excellence and professional development. S.C.A.F.O. provides regular training, educational resources, and opportunities for networking.

The International Association for Bloodstain Pattern Analysts (IABPA) is a premier professional organization for practitioners and educational professionals in the science of bloodstain pattern analysis (BPA). The IABPA is focused on promoting the science of BPA, standardizing the scientific techniques of BPA, promoting education and encouraging research in BPA, and informing members and the BPA community of the latest techniques, discoveries, and developments in BPA.

Over the years, S.C.A.F.O. has grown substantially, both in size and in the scope of its influence. Initially catering to the professional community within Southern California, the association’s renown has spread far beyond the state lines. Today, it enjoys national and international recognition, drawing members and contributors from across the globe. The organization’s growth is due to its commitment to excellence and professional development. S.C.A.F.O. provides regular training, educational resources, and opportunities for networking.

The Iowa Division of the International Association for Identification is a non-profit organization chartered in 1963 with the International Association for Identification. The Iowa I.A.I has over 200 active, life, and associate members who are valued resources within the forensic law enforcement community. Our membership has a vast knowledge in the scientific disciplines of fingerprints, photography, footwear, DNA, crime scene processing, and more. Our members believe in networking and they appreciate continued education and learning from our peers. We offer newsletters and information on our website about new technology, techniques, and resources. The Iowa I.A.I strives to educate and share with its members by offering trainings and an annual educational conference. We are Iowa’s regional representatives to the I.A.I, the most senior organization that certifies and sets standards in forensic science disciplines.

The Florida Division of the International Association for Identification is a non-profit professional association for forensic scientists, crime scene technicians, evidence technicians, latent print examiners and all other law enforcement employees who are interested in the scientific investigation of crime. The FDIAI is the largest state chartered division of the International Association for Identification and hosts one of the largest annual educational training conferences available in the country.

Focusing on document fraud, Interdocpol unites experts from across Europe to combat this crime and strengthen our borders.

At the event, we will have the opportunity to demonstrate our VSC range and offer a presentation on "Forensic-Level Document Inspection for Secure Networked Borders".