2023 Frances Glessner-Lee Homicide Investigation Seminar
Originating in 1945, this seminar has been held annually and hosted by HAPS.
The FGL Homicide Investigation Seminar will be held on October 2-6, 2023 at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, 900 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, MD.
Download the 2023 FGL Homicide Investigation Seminar Brochure and Registration Form.
Tentative Agenda:
- The Team Approach to the Homicide Victim at the Scene (Errors in Homicide Investigation)
- Factors Used in Estimating the Time of Death:
- Post-Mortem Changes
- Collection and Use of Trace Evidence
- Blood Stain Interpretation
- Identification by the Use of Anthropological Information
- Identification by and Use of Blood Typing and DNA Testing
- Cause and Manner of Death
- Identification by Use of Odontology
- Examination of Gunshot Wounds
- Examination of Shotgun Wounds
- Blunt Injuries/Drug Related Deaths
- Cutting and Stabbing Wounds
- Forensic Autopsy
- Death Due to Hanging and Strangulation
- Investigation of Sudden and Unexpected Deaths in
- Infancy, Including Child Abuse
- Identification of Related Deaths (The Serial Killer)
- Use of Toxicological Information in the Final Diagnosis
- Testifying in Court
Course Fee:
$900.00 USD per person, which includes a two year HAPS membership, and a conference banquet honoring Frances Glessner Lee.
Cancellation after September 5, 2023 will result in a $150.00 administrative fee.
Registration:
Download the Seminar Registration Form and mail. fax, or email to the Program Coordinator. Contact infromation and credit card payment information can be found on the downloadable form.
Accommodations:
A room block has been secured at the Marriott Camden Yards, Baltimore Downtown Hotel at a rate of $149.00 per night. To reserve a room call 410.347.5707 or reserve online here.
Reservations must be made no later than 3:00pm, Friday, September 5, 2023.