A crime or accident scene can be quickly, accurately and comprehensively captured in 3D using laser scanning to aid forensic analysis. This allows, for example, lines of site or bullet trajectories to be easily and accurately verified, the scene of a fall or a collapsed building after an earthquake to be modelled, or the deformation of a vehicle crushed in an accident to be recorded.

The use of a laser scanner allows large volumes of data to be recorded remotely in a relatively short period of time and permits forensic analysts and investigators to digitally revisit the scene as necessary. 3D data is much more recognizable and understandable to laymen who may have an interest in the analysis for example, judges and jury members.