Forensic Science for Beginners

For many people, forensics is a fascinating but confusing field that is full of mystery and intrigue. Whether it's learning more about how criminal evidence is collected and stored or finding out how the legal system uses this information, everyone should explore the world of forensics. A skilled team of expert authors write all of our articles, which we hope will be informative and interesting to our huge and diverse readership.

Drowning and Forensics

Drowning almost always occurs as a result of an accident. It is quite a staggering and sobering thought that many of those people who drown each year in the United Kingdom do so because they have never been taught how to swim or simply have a morbid fear of water …

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How Long Does It Take A Body To Become A Skeleton?

As a funeral director with over 15 years of experience, I have been asked many questions about the process of human decomposition. One of the most common questions I get is “how long does it take a body to become a skeleton?” In this blog post, I will provide you …

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What Does Forensic Science Fall Under?

Forensic science is a fascinating field that combines scientific knowledge with criminal investigations. It is the application of scientific methods and techniques to collect, analyze, and interpret evidence from crime scenes and other types of incidents. Forensic science falls under the broader category of forensic studies, which includes forensic anthropology, …

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Average Cost Of A Headstone

Find out how much a headstone costs and what factors can make it more affordable for you. The price of a headstone depends on a number of factors including size, shape, material, and design. There are also other costs associated with purchasing a headstone like installation and maintenance fees. The …

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4 Common Types of Computer Crimes (And Their Impacts)

Learn about four common types of computer crimes and their impacts in our brief overview. Computer crimes, or “cybercrimes,” have increased dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are four common types of computer crimes targeting businesses and individuals: Phishing – sending fraudulent messages designed to trick users into revealing sensitive …

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How is a Body Placed in a Casket for Viewing?

Losing a loved one and talking about death is never easy. But it’s also understandable to have questions regarding your loved one.  What happens to them once their body arrives at the funeral home? How is the body of my loved one put into a casket? Why are my loved …

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Exhumation Guide

Although rare, there may be some instances in which we must exhume the remains of our friends and loved ones who passed on. There are several reasons for this, but there is usually a process and means about doing it. While it’s always best to look up the laws and …

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How Long Does it Take For a Body to Decompose Without Embalming?

Find out how long it takes for a body to decompose without embalming and answer any other question you have about the process. Looking into this fascinating subject has brought up more than one surprise. After twelve hours, the internal tissues start to decay. However, complete decomposition of the body …

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The Facts About Above-Ground Burial

Deciding on a final resting place is a very personal choice. There are many things to consider, not least of which is religious and familial traditions as well as your finances and preferences. Knowing about all the funerary options available will help you make a sound decision with which you …

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How Long Does an Autopsy Report Take?

Find out how long it takes to get an autopsy report back and answer any other question you have about the process. Waiting for an Autopsy report can be a stressful time, whilst you await the results that can sometimes feel like it can take forever. Preliminary results of an …

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Why Do We Bury Bodies?

It is a popular belief that humans bury the dead in an act of sanitation or for public health requirement reasons, and of course, this is a positive – but it’s not why it all started. In fact, burials began as a way of respecting reasons, and of course, this …

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