As of 8-27-20: Average total turnaround time for August 2020: 276 days. Case assignment to report average turnaround time for August 2020: 67 days. The Biology Unit backlog as of 8-27-20 is 623 case records and 29 requests pending approval. As of 8-27-20 the Biology Unit is significantly understaffed. Of the 6 positions, 3 are vacant. The remaining members are the Forensic Supervisor, the CODIS Administrator, and a Forensic Scientist. During this reporting period there was a heavy focus on proficiency testing and ANAB accreditation assessment which reduced the ability for Biology Unit personnel to complete additional DNA testing related to casework. |