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2026 Iowa IAI Basic Crime Scene School

  • 14 Sep 2026
  • 8:00 AM
  • 18 Sep 2026
  • 5:00 PM
  • Ankeny Police Department, Ankeny Iowa

Registration

REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 2nd, 2026

2026 Iowa IAI Basic Crime Scene School

September 14th-18th, 2026

Ankeny Police Department (411 SW Ordnance Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023)

Cost: $375.00 per student

Class Limit: 24

Contact person: Abigail Sutton (abigail.sutton@hhs.iowa.gov)

Please note that this class is in-person and is not virtually offered. Preferred registration will be given to those who are currently employed by a law enforcement agency or crime laboratory. 

This five day course will cover the following topics:

  • Basic Crime Scene Photography
  • Night Scene / Long Exposure Photography
  • Evidence Collection and Preservation
  • Crime Scene Documentation / Diagramming
  • Fingerprint Processing, Documentation and Collection
  • Tire Track and Footwear Impression Documentation and Collection
  • Known Exemplar Collection
  • Toolmarks and Firearm Evidence Documentation and Collection
  • DNA Evidence Collection
  • Mock Scene Practical Exercises

Required Equipment Includes:

  • DSLR Camera
  • Standard lens
  • Macro Lens
  • Tripod & Adapter
  • Remote Shutter
  • External Flash and Flash Cord
  • Flashlight
  • Camera Accessories (batteries, chargers, extra memory cards)
  • Laptop with SD Card Reader *not required, but strongly recommended* 

Iowa Division of the IAI
2240 S. Ankeny Blvd.
Ankeny, IA 50023

The Iowa Division of the IAI is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. 

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