18 chapters · 368 sections in this title.
D.C. Code § 5-1501.01 Definitions
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For the purposes of this chapter, the term: (1) “Board” means the Science Advisory Board established by § 5-1501.11. (2) “Department” means the Department of Forensic Sciences established by § 5-1501.02. (3) “Director” means the Director of the Department of Forensic Sciences. (4…
D.C. Code § 5-1501.02 Establishment of the Department of Forensic Sciences
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(a) There is established as a subordinate agency in the executive branch of the government of the District of Columbia, the Department of Forensic Sciences. (b) The mission of the Department shall be to provide high-quality, timely, accurate, and reliable forensic science service…
D.C. Code § 5-1501.03 Director; appointment, qualifications, compensation, term
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(a) The Department shall be headed by a Director who shall be appointed by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the Council, pursuant to § 1-523.01(a). (b) The Director shall be knowledgeable about forensic science services and experienced in the rigors of scientific analysi…
D.C. Code § 5-1501.04 Duties of the Director
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(a) The Director shall: (1) Be responsible for the management and operation of the Department; (2) Ensure that accreditation is obtained in compliance with § 5-1501.06(d); (3) Ensure that accreditation is maintained in compliance with § 5-1501.06(d); (4) Report to the Board any a…