Forensic Scientist

Forensic Scientist

LIsa Black

Cape Coral, FL

Female, 49

I spent the five happiest years of my life in a morgue. As a forensic scientist in the Cleveland coroner’s office I analyzed gunshot residue on hands and clothing, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, DNA, blood and many other forms of trace evidence, as well as crime scenes. Now I'm a certified latent print examiner and CSI for a police department in Florida. I also write a series of forensic suspense novels, turning the day job into fiction. My books have been translated into six languages.

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Last Answer on July 21, 2022

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Did you hear about the black man that a white man knocked a statue on his head? Should the people who knocked the statue down and put him in a coma be arrested?

Asked by Justin about 6 years ago

I don’t know what you’re referring to, and I wouldn’t know the answer anyway. I’m not a lawyer.

Why are tasers only black yellow or clear?

Asked by Chase about 6 years ago

I have no idea.

Which degrees are best to pursue for someone who wants to go into forensic investigation or forensic technician work?

Asked by Maria about 6 years ago

Forensic science degrees or degrees in biology or chemistry. If you want to go into DNA analysis specifically, then perhaps genetics would be good too. Best of luck to you!

Hi can civilian employees carry a weapon on duty?

Asked by Lisa over 6 years ago

No, not that I know of. No reason to, and I wouldn't want to anyway. I have enough stuff to carry around.

If you where not a Forensic Scientist what other job could you see yourself doing?

Asked by Question to all about 6 years ago

It might be nice to retire and be able to write full time!

Why are you deleting many valid questions?

Asked by Bob almost 6 years ago

I think your definition of valid and mine may vary.

What do you think of SHOCK treatment and victim impacts panels? Do you think they help people change or just throwing tax dollars at people who are unwilling to change

Asked by rob over 6 years ago

I live in a small, low-crime city so I have no experience with this.