The Official Site of the Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners
It's not too early to think about 2026...
AFTE 2026 will be in Baltimore, MD from May 24 – 29, 2026
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AFTE Forum
Questions, answers, and discussions on a variety of firearm/toolmark-related topics
Scholarship Program
Are you pursuing a forensic science education? Learn more about AFTE’s Scholarship Program
AFTE Training Manual
The official AFTE training manual, plus practical exercises and administrative guide
