How to Request Medical Forensic Records

DCFNE's forensic documentation and photographs can be used in a variety of civil and criminal proceedings. Unless required by law, DCFNE does not release medical forensic records without the expressed consent of the patient.

In order to request a patient’s medical records:

• Send all medical forensic records requests in writing to records@dcfne.org. Please include the patient’s name, date of birth, and date of exam.

• DCFNE will verify that we have a valid record release form signed and on file.

• In the absence of a signed release, we will contact the patient and send a form securely to them for electronic signature prior to releasing the records.

• Files are shared securely via DCFNE’s electronic medical record system. The requestor will be provided a login to the system and will be able to download the files, once shared.