Course detail: 2026 KBI Laboratory Capabilities: Chemical Analysis Series - Seized Drugs, Toxicology, and Trace
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation has developed a comprehensive Lab Services Training and Outreach Program. This portion of the series focuses on the Laboratory section performing different types of chemical analysis: Seized Drugs, Toxicology, and Trace. These forensic science disciplines can provide crucial analysis of evidence from confiscated drugs to DUI blood testing to primer gunshot residue identification.
Course Competency: Participants will employ best practices in evidence collection and packaging, as well as the interpretation of reports from chemical analysis-based sections of the KBI Laboratory.
Course Objectives:
Toxicology
- Understand submission requirements for impaired driving cases
- Learn pre-submission parameters affecting analysis
- Learn current trends in impaired driving cases
- Understand the KBI's post-mortem testing capabilities and collaboration with public health on drug overdose cases
Chemistry
- Understand general submission and packaging requirements for seized drugs and clandestine laboratory cases
- Learn emerging threats in drug chemistry
- Understand the basics of Delta-8 THC, hemp, and marijuana
- Learn about resources for the seized drugs field testing
Trace
- Learn about current (and future) types of Trace examinations offered by the KBI
- Understand the types and significance of Trace exam conclusions
- Understand the misperceptions and limitations of Trace testing
- When can the KBI Trace Section help with your specific investigation
- Review actual case scenario examples
- Acquire familiarity with supplies and equipment utilized for the collection of trace evidence (PGSR, fire debris, etc.).
Who Should Attend:
- Law Enforcement Officers
- Court Services Personnel
Fitness Level Necessary for Successful Completion: Sedentary