Texas Division of the International Association for Identification |
Welcome to the Texas Division of the IAI The Texas Division of the International Association for Identification was chartered in 1935 as a professional organization for crime scene analysts, latent print examiners, evidence technicians, forensic scientists, and law enforcement personnel. Our membership is comprised of practitioners from independent school districts, academia, medical examiner's offices, private industries, and local, county, state and federal agencies. In 2021, TDIAI achieved its 501(c)6 non-profit organization status and strives to represent the interests and needs of forensic professionals throughout the great State of Texas. |
Become a Certified Footwear Examiner Are you a practicing footwear examiner looking to elevate your credentials to the next level? The International Association for Identification (IAI) offers certification specifically to meet the needs of the footwear discipline. The footwear certification program is designed for those individuals actively engaged in comparing footwear impression evidence. To qualify for test participation, individuals must meet specific criteria. Years of experience as a footwear examiner, combined with formal education and documented training, will be the primary focus when determining an individual’s eligibility for participating in the examination process. The certification process involves completing our application, fee submission, and the successful completion of both written and practical examinations. More information regarding cost, requirements, and application can be found on the IAI website, footwear certification page (www.theiai.org/footwear.php). Click here for more information. Inquiries can be made to the IAI Footwear Certification Board Secretary at: Footwear.Cert.Secretary@gmail.com |
IAI Conference 2023
The IAI 2023 Conference site is open and accepting registrations. If you have ever thought about presenting at the IAI or doing a poster, the links are now live! The deadline is Feb 10, 2023. The conference will be in beautiful Maryland between August 20-26, 2023.
Louisiana Division of the IAI Annual Educational Conference
The Louisiana Division of the IAI annual educational conference is scheduled for June 20-22, 2023 at the Shreveport Hilton. Registration is open! For those who can't make it to Shreveport, don't worry! There is a virtual attendance option as well. Student rates are also available. Visit the Louisiana Division website for additional information. Website Link
Latent Print Examiner Black Box Study 2022
Request for participation – STUDY NOW OPEN - Click here for additional information.
TEEX is the TCOLE training provider for the TDIAI Conferences
Lone Star Forensic JournalThe Lone Star Forensic Journal is accessible through the Members sections of the website. Winter/Spring 2023 Issue available to members here. | Upcoming events
| MembershipIt is TDIAI’s mission to make forensic identification, crime scene identification, scientific examination and preservation of physical analysis professionals smarter, better prepared and more connected through all stages of their careers. If you are ready to invest in yourself and your career join TDIAI today! Join us today!
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Jack Flanders Board Chairperson Texas Department of Public Safety Lubbock, Texas |
David Hyde
Department of Homeland Security McLean, Virginia |
Kelly Deal Texas Department of Public Safety Austin, Texas |
Ashley Durham Texas Department of Public Safety Lubbock, Texas |
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Gina Riley Birdville Independent School District North Richland Hills, Texas |
Neil Carnes Plano Police Department Plano, Texas |
Chiquita Ruffin Texas Department of Public Safety Austin, Texas |
Mark Wright Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Texas |
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