The Seized Drug Unit identifies controlled substances seized by law enforcement agencies. The evidence analyzed is usually presented in the form of pills, powders and plant material. Our analysts use sophisticated instrumentation and techniques to weigh and identify various controlled substances, such as cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl.
Drug Testing and Analysis
Testing methods for the identification of controlled substances include Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS).
Seized drug evidence will only be analyzed upon receipt of a Case Activation Request Form submitted by the assigned prosecutor's office.
Requests for rush analysis of seized drug evidence must be made using the Expedited Analysis Request Form and will be evaluated by the unit supervisor or management.
Analysis turnaround time and the ability to accommodate expedited analysis requests are based upon staffing levels and available resources.
Contact Us
Please direct requests and attach request forms for case activation and/or expedited analysis to: ActivationForm.HETLForensics@maine.gov
Find a Manual or Form
- LINK FOR UPDATED MANUAL TO COME
- Seized Drug Case Activation Request Form (PDF)
- Seized Drug Expedited Analysis Request Form (PDF)