Court-Ready Drone Aerial Imaging Services

Capture large, complex scenes quickly with UAV imaging built for litigation, investigation, and expert analysis. 21st Century Forensic Animations uses drone imagery to document accident scenes, crime scenes, industrial sites, and large properties, then processes the data into accurate 3D models that preserve critical evidence for clear, court-ready presentation.

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Our Drone Aerial Imaging Services Services

UAV imaging and forensic visualization services for accurate scene documentation, modeling, and litigation support.

UAV Scene Capture

UAVs capture hundreds or thousands of high-resolution aerial images of accident scenes, crime scenes, industrial sites, and large properties, helping preserve evidence while reducing time spent on-site.

Aerial 3D Models

Captured imagery is processed into accurate 3D models that help experts, attorneys, judges, and juries understand scene layout, distances, viewpoints, and physical relationships.

Evidence Photogrammetry

Photogrammetric techniques extract three-dimensional measurements from photos and videos, supporting analysis of evidence such as vehicle damage, trajectories, skid marks, or altered scene features.

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Our Drone Imaging Process

Review Case Goals

The team reviews your incident type, location, evidence goals, deadlines, and site access requirements. This consultation defines what must be captured and how UAV imagery can support analysis, measurements, or courtroom exhibits.

Plan Aerial Capture

Capture Scene Imagery

Process Court-Ready Models

The 21st Century Difference

Why Choose 21st Century Forensic Animations?

Choose a forensic visualization partner built for accuracy, objectivity, and courtroom clarity.

Pioneering Experience

The oldest independent forensic animation firm, founded in 1989 with decades of proven work.

Verifiable Methods

Visuals are grounded in physics, physical evidence, and complete methodology documentation.

Court-Ready

Exhibits are built to meet rules of evidence across civil, criminal, and international jurisdictions.

Deadline Focused

Available 24/7 with a strong record of meeting every litigation deadline.

Meet The Forensic Team

Experienced forensic visualization specialists for complex legal matters.

21st Century Forensic Animations was founded in 1989 as the first independent forensic animation firm and remains the oldest independent firm in the industry. From its Fort Worth, TX headquarters, the company supports civil and criminal matters locally, nationally, and internationally. For 37 years, the team has translated physical evidence into precise, verifiable 3D visualizations that judges and juries can understand. Its work spans motor vehicle accidents, aviation incidents, product failures, fires, explosions, ballistics, officer-involved shootings, eminent domain disputes, and war crimes. Every project is grounded in physics, evidence, documentation, and a commitment to meeting critical legal deadlines.

37 YearsIndustry experience in forensic animation and visualization.
Since 1989Founded as the first independent forensic animation firm.
13+ Case TypesExperience across civil, criminal, and international matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are UAV services?

UAV services use unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly called drones, to capture images, video, and spatial data from above a site. In forensic and litigation work, UAV services help document accident scenes, crime scenes, industrial locations, large properties, and other complex environments quickly while preserving visual evidence for later analysis, measurement, 3D modeling, and demonstrative exhibits.

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Areas We Serve

Drone aerial imaging support is available for litigation and investigation teams across key service regions.

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37 Years

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Trusted Evidence Support

Awards and Recognition

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Pioneers Since 1989

Founded as industry pioneers in forensic animation.

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Court-Ready Methodology

Methodologies documented for admissible visual evidence.

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24/7 Case Support

Rapid support for urgent investigative deadlines.

Request a Drone Imaging Consultation

Share your scene details, deadlines, and case needs. The team will review the scope and explain how UAV imaging can support your investigation or courtroom presentation.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (800) 460-2887.