A Busy Year in Court Continued into 2026: The Demand for Expert Forensic Video Services

Looking Back at 2025: A Year of Nationwide Activity

Throughout 2025, our analysts were called upon to provide expert witness testimony in a wide range of high-profile cases. We assisted both defence and prosecution teams with clear, unbiased reporting, ensuring that the evidence presented was scientifically rigorous and easily understood by a jury. Whether our experts attended court via live link or in person, we delivered the same level of precision and technical clarity that defines our work. Our specialists have been relied upon in courts throughout the country to deliver impartial expert insights, clearly demonstrating a significant nationwide demand for high-level forensic imaging expertise.

A Strong Start to 2026

The intensity of 2025 has carried over seamlessly into the new year. 2026 has begun with immediate demands, including calls to courts in Wolverhampton and Birmingham, with court warnings for upcoming cases arriving on a weekly basis. As digital and CCTV evidence becomes increasingly central to modern legal proceedings, legal teams are identifying a greater need for specialised forensic analysis to ensure evidence is admissible and reliable.

We have seen a particular rise in instructions for:

• CCTV and video enhancement: Recovering vital detail from poor-quality footage that would otherwise be unusable.
• Vehicle and object comparison: Providing scientific analysis of vehicles or objects captured on camera against known items.
• Forensic clothing comparison: Using expert techniques to identify unique clothing traits within imagery.

Why Legal Teams Instruct FVS Directly

Choosing an expert witness is a critical decision for any solicitor. Many legal teams choose to bypass middlemen and work directly with FVS because of our proven track record and specialist background. Our credentials include:

• Unmatched Experience: We have produced over 3,500 forensic reports since our inception in 1999.
• Courtroom Authority: Our analysts have made more than 200 court appearances as expert witnesses.
• Specialist Training: Our team includes former RAF Intelligence Analysts, bringing military-grade precision to civilian legal cases.
• Full Compliance: Every report we produce is in full compliance with the Criminal Procedure Rules 2025 and the Criminal Practice Directions 2023.
• Technical Excellence: We are highly skilled in recovering detail from poor-quality CCTV, often revealing evidence that was previously obscured.

The Evolving Role of Digital Evidence

As we look ahead, digital evidence continues to grow in both volume and complexity. The advent of new recording technologies means that forensic analysts must stay at the forefront of technical developments. FVS remains steadfast in our commitment to impartial, scientifically rigorous reporting and clear expert testimony. By providing solicitors with direct access to our analysts, we ensure that legal instructions are executed with speed and accuracy, avoiding the delays and markups often associated with third-party agencies.

Legal Resources and Compliance

We encourage legal professionals to stay updated on the latest standards for evidence. For further information on the current Criminal Practice Directions, you can visit the official government guidance: GOV.UK Rules and Practice Directions.

Our team also maintains close ties with the professional standards expected of the RAF Intelligence Branch, which you can learn more about here: RAF Intelligence History.