| Program Goals and Objectives |
- Increase capacity to complete case assignments in all sections, in all laboratories.
- Increase forensic scientist staffing to 320 (minimum) statewide.
- Fill support staff vacancies to maximize the efficacy of forensic scientist staff.
- Implement high-throughput robotics to maximize the automation of portions of the analytical process where possible, with a primary focus on biology casework.
- Ensure adequate CSI staffing to meet requests for scene processing.
- Decrease turn-around-time (TAT) in all sections to quickly provide results of forensic analysis in support of the criminal justice process.
- Achieve an average TAT of 60 days in the biology section, and 30 days in all other sections.
- Ensure all user agencies are aware of rush analysis request protocol, and that it is used effectively to meet time-sensitive investigative/identification needs and court deadlines.
- Develop strategies for select case assignment types to address specific needs within the criminal justice community (e.g., 48-hour NIBIN entry, expedited entry of DNA profiles into the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS), etc.).
- Implement Rapid DNA technology. This includes developing workflow and procedures within the laboratory system and supporting statewide preparedness to adopt FBI standards and procedures as applicable.
- Respond to requests to process crime scenes involving crimes against persons within one hour.
- Manage forensic backlogs to efficiently use ISP resources and ensure all case assignments are prioritized and completed in a timely manner.
- Reduce the average age of unworked case assignments by targeting the oldest assignments.
- Ensure scientists and CSIs are aware when their work produces tangible results in the criminal justice system (convictions, exonerations, major case outcomes, etc.). Improve morale and esprit de corps by reinforcing the connection to public safety and recognizing the contributions of all employees.
- Establish consistent mechanisms for communication with law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and other stakeholders within each laboratory’s service area.
- Enhance the sharing of data throughout the criminal justice community by linking forensic case results to other criminal history databases.
- Publicize achievements by contributing articles to forensic journals relating to efficiencies and best practices implemented within the ISP laboratory system.
- Leverage technology and resources to refine and improve everyday workflow and processes.
- Implement biometric technologies to enhance crime solving and rapid identification services.
- Research and identify viable alternatives to maximize departmental resources while improving the efficiency of administrative and operational functions.
- Establish an enterprise approach to technological development and solutions through collaboration and communication to share responsibilities and resources.
- Improve the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) to rapidly identify individuals for criminal justice and non-criminal justice purposes.
- Implement improvements to the Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) Program that effectively address the need to accurately determine firearm eligibility and process applications in a timely manner.
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Public Accountability Report
