Welcome to the North Louisiana Crime Lab website! I'm thrilled to have you here. At NLCL, we are proud to be home to some of the finest forensic scientists in the industry. Our team is dedicated to providing precise and timely forensic analysis to support law enforcement efforts and our legal systems. As you explore our site, you will find detailed information about our services, our state-of-the-art technology, and the crucial work our experts perform every day. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of scientific excellence and integrity.
Thank you for visiting us and for your interest in our work.
-J.O. Jones, System Director - NLCL
About the NLCL
The NLCL provides forensic science services in the areas of Drug Chemistry, DNA Analysis, Firearms Examination, and Forensic Toxicology.
We are accredited by ANAB under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 guidelines for testing laboratories. Our DNA section is also accredited by QAS.
We have 2 laboratories in our system located in Shreveport and Alexandria. Our Ouachita center serves as an evidence hub where agencies throughout northeast Louisiana can drop and return evidence.
Our Partners!
We’d love to work with you.
The NLCL is proud of the support we are currently offering to Parishes and States outside of our service area. If you are interested in setting up an arrangement for contract testing, please click below for more information.