AUSTIN – During National Forensic Science Week, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is proud to recognize the hardworking men and women of the Crime Laboratory Division.
“Texas is a leader in forensic science because of the incredible men and women working in DPS Crime Laboratories across the state every single day to help solve crimes and bring justice to victims,” said DPS Crime Laboratory Division Chief Brady Mills. “This National Forensic Science Week, we celebrate the achievements they’ve made and their continued efforts to serve the people of this state.”
Some of the major achievements of the last year include:
About DPS’ Crime Laboratory Division
Established in 1937, the Crime Laboratory Division started as a one-chemist operation located at Camp Mabry in Austin. Almost 90 years later, the Crime Laboratory Division has developed into a comprehensive forensic laboratory system with 16 accredited labs and programs spanning the state and approximately 712 personnel.
DPS Crime Laboratory Division’s standard areas of analysis include:
These services are provided at labs statewide, strategically located for optimal access. The support of investigative capabilities is further enhanced by the integration and exchange of local, state, regional and national information via individualizing databases, including the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) and CODIS.
The Crime Laboratory also includes the Breath Alcohol Laboratory (BAL) and its Office of the Scientific Director (OSD). The BAL and OSD are legislatively charged with administering a statewide judicially acceptable forensic breath alcohol test program for the Crime Laboratory and for programs operating outside of the DPS Crime Laboratory System.
As part of National Forensic Science Week, DPS is offering public tours at some crime laboratories across the state. All are free of charge.
View photos from the DPS Crime Laboratory here.

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