Participants take a test of basic forensic science theory to qualify for the semifinal round of competition. Semifinalists participate in an onsite forensic skills demonstration.
Nimit Bhalotia (nimit.bhalotia@s.stemk12.org)
Vedant Margale (vedant.margale@s.stemk12.org)
Technology and Research
Skills
Forensic Biology-Genetics
Toxicology
Forensic Psychology
2 people
# of Teams at State: 5
State Pre-submission Required?: Yes, Exam taken during the 2/1-2/5 exam window
# Teams at Nationals: 1 per chapter
National Pre-submission Required?: No
This document is the event outline, procedure, rules, and rubric for the National level competition.
Preliminary testing round will take place before the conference.
No National Guide updates as of 8/22/26
These guidelines apply to all events, even if not specifically mentioned in the individual event guide