The OPP Tillsonburg Forensic Identification Services is the prototype for a new generation of regional Forensic Identification Services (FIS) facilities with dedicated. Architecturally the design expresses the simple subdivision of the building into an administrative and separate lab zone. The program includes a 3-bay storage garage to accommodate evidence delivery and a drive through garage for vehicular evidence. Forensic wet/dry containment labs for processing, examination, analysis and storage of crime scene evidence. The lab must provide “legally defensible’ evidence continuity & integrity, as well as handling large scale evidence pieces while ensuring safety of laboratory staff. Administrative support and academic spaces, including a photo studio and a 20-seat boardroom/conference room, have been fully integrated to support police training and recruitment activities.
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2013 AIA (AAJ); Published in the American Institute of Architects’ Academy of Architecture for Justice Knowledge Community Justice Facility Review 2013