National Forensic Science Week When most people think of law enforcement, they picture deputies on patrol, responding to calls, or making arrests. What many don’t realize is that some of the most important police work happens behind the scenes through forensic science. Forensics is the science of solving crimes, analyzing fingerprints, collecting DNA, interpreting bloodstains, and even extracting evidence from cell phones. Every piece of evidence tells a story, and with the right training, that