FOLLOW THE PATH OF FIGG
A 6-Part Webinar Series on Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy
The International Homicide Investigators Association (IHIA) presents Follow the Path of FIGG, a six-part webinar series designed to provide investigators, analysts, forensic professionals, and law enforcement leaders with a practical roadmap for implementing and utilizing Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) in criminal investigations.
This exclusive member benefit will explore the critical components of building, funding, managing, and sustaining a successful FIGG program through presentations from subject matter experts across the forensic and investigative communities.
Episode 4: WHEN THE DNA SPEAKS DIFFERENTLY
Thursday, August 20, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Eastern
A conversation about SNP-Based Identification.
In Canyon County, Idaho - a case was prosecuted using SNP-based identification without traditional STR confirmation. Prosecutor Ted Lagerwall walks through the decision to take the case forward, how he evaluated the science, what he prepared for in court, and how the defense challenged it. A candid look at what happens when the evidence doesn't fit the traditional mold - and what other prosecutors and investigators should know as these cases become more common.
Presenters:
- Ted Lagerwall, Prosecutor | Canyon County DA's Office
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
This webinar series is available at no additional cost to active IHIA members.
To register, participants must be logged into their IHIA member profile.
Non-members wishing to participate may join the IHIA and gain access to this webinar series through an annual membership.
Annual IHIA Membership: $55
Applications submitted using an official government law enforcement email address are typically approved quickly for active law enforcement personnel.
TO WATCH THE WEBINAR:
After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email. Approximately one week before each webinar, GoTo Webinar will send a separate email containing the webinar access link and additional participation details.
Attend one webinar or follow the entire path. Each session builds on the last, providing a complete roadmap for developing and sustaining a successful FIGG program. Register once and you'll be enrolled for the entire series.
Additional episode details, speakers, and learning objectives will be released throughout the series.
Missed an episode? Previous episodes are available for IHIA members in our Webinar Library. Access recordings anytime and catch up on sessions you've missed throughout the series.
Questions?
For questions regarding this webinar series, please contact:
Lt. Steve Lewis (Ret.) | Executive Director | slewis@ihia.org
