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About James Pex
James Pex - Professional Summary:
James Pex serves as the founder, CEO, and consultant for International Forensic Experts LLC. The company uses a variety of contractors who, like James, have decades of specialized experience in criminal forensic investigation. Pex’s areas of specialization include blood spatter analysis, and he has authored and co-authored numerous papers on the topic, including “High Velocity Backspatter on Shirt Sleeves,” which appeared in the Newsletter of the California Association of Criminalists.
Before his career as a consultant, James Pex worked for the Oregon State Police Forensic Laboratory. Pex first worked for the lab as a Criminalist from 1978 to 1989, after which he was promoted to Forensic Director. During that time, he received numerous accolades for his scientific investigations, including a commendation from the Oregon State Police for exceptional performance in the homicide investigation of Michael Francke. Pex also consistently attended training courses in firearms, toxicology, and blood analysis from the Serological Research Institute, FBI Academy, and others.
James Pex was originally trained in chemistry and medical technology. Before entering the Oregon State Police Law Enforcement Training School in 1978, Pex completed a Master’s degree in Chemistry with a minor in Education from Southern Oregon University. Pex’s Bachelor’s degree, completed in 1969 and conferred by the Oregon Technical Institute, was in Medical Technology.
When not working in forensic science, James Pex engages in a number of hobbies and community service. He continues to provide seminars and training, such as a 2008 lecture on the use of multimedia in the courtroom to the Navy Justice School. Pex also serves his community, both as a member of Rotary International and through an appointment by the governor of Oregon to the Ocean Policy Advisory Council of Oregon. In his spare time, he enjoys the outdoors, including fishing, hiking, and boating.
James Pex - Professional Experience:
03/01/2002 - Present
International Forensic Experts LLC
CEO
Forensic Science
North Bend, OR 97459
Manage a company with several subcontractors working in forensic science
Consultation and analysis in criminal and civil cases
James Pex - Education:
Southern Oregon University
Chemistry
MS
Ashland, OR 97250
James Pex - Interests:
Hobbies & Interests
Fishing, Hiking and Boating
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Board of Criminalistics
American Academy of Forensic Sciences
International Association for Identification
Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners
International Assoc. of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts
Charitable Activities
Rotary International
AWARDS
Regional Award in Criminalistics presented by the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Las Vegas, Nevada, in 1985 for outstanding contributions to Forensic Science.
Oregon State Police Commendation Award presented by OSP Superintendent Reginal Madsen in 1991 for outstanding performance in the Michael Francke homicide investigation.
Public Service Award from the Oregon Peace Officers Association for outstanding contribution to law enforcement regarding domestic violence enforcement. Presented May 1996.
District Attorney’s Commendation Award presented in1998 by Coos County District Attorney Paul Burgett in recognition of extraordinary service to law enforcement and to the people of Oregon.
Oregon State Police Letter of Commendation presented by Captain Dixson for outstanding customer service in the operation of the Coos Bay Crime Laboratory.
February, 1999
Public Service Award from the Oregon Peace Officers Association in May 2000 for outstanding contributions to law enforcement regarding community service. This award was specifically for development and implementation of the Parent-Aid program.
Oregon State Police Commendation Award for outstanding leadership within the Forensic Services Division. April 2001
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
“Small Sacrifices,” a best selling novel by Ann Rule.
“The I-5 Killer,” a novel by Ann Rule.
“Web of Deceit,” a novel by Gary C. King.
“Small Sacrifices,” a two hour television production.
“Good Morning America with Barbara Walters,” regarding Parent - aid Program, April
19, 1996.
“COPS with Cameras,” Shutterbug Magazine, April 1996.
“Game Wardens Unveil New Detection Device,” Oregon State Trooper
Magazine, Vol. 9, No. 4, Winter 1993.
“Forensic Photography and Domestic Violence.” Stories of the State Police, a nationally televised series.
“Undaunted” Discovery Channel series #15101. July 8, 2003.
“Allen Reavlely Case” NBC Court TV, February, 2004
“Murder in a Small Town” Dateline NBC, February,2005
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