JP Forensics / Advanced Geomatics & 3D Forensic Analysis

Technical Precision. Forensic Clarity.

Elite geomatics and 3D forensic analysis. Spatially accurate reconstructions, photogrammetry, and litigation-ready visuals that bring clarity to the most complex investigations.

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01WHAT WE DELIVER

Forensic services
built for certainty.

Every deliverable is designed for technical rigor and persuasive clarity in front of judges, juries, and adjusters.

Leica + AutoCAD Ecosystem

Certified expertise with Leica ScanStation, HDS Traverse, and full AutoCAD Civil 3D / Map 3D workflows. Photogrammetric control and survey-grade deliverables.

sUAS / UAV Integration

FAA Part 107 operations delivering high-resolution orthophotography, 3D mesh models, and inspection data that integrate seamlessly with terrestrial LiDAR and photogrammetry pipelines.

Viewshed, Line-of-Sight & Visibility Analysis

Scientifically defensible visibility studies and line-of-sight reconstructions critical for officer-involved incidents, wrongful death, and premises liability cases.

Wildland Fire, Accident & Catastrophic Mapping

Specialized origin & cause mapping, tree failure reconstruction, topographic basemapping, and digital terrain modeling for insurance claims and complex litigation.

TYPE OF MATTER //
  • Wildland Fire Origin & Cause
  • Accident Reconstruction / Personal Injury
  • Officer-Involved / Use of Force
  • Catastrophic Injury / Wrongful Death
  • Visibility / Line of Sight Analysis
02PROPRIETARY CAPABILITIES

Technology that gives you an edge.

We don’t just use the tools — we build and automate them. Custom algorithms allow for faster, more accurate, and more insightful analysis.

sUAS aerial flight — roadway corridor
Roadside wildfire video — annotated utility pole & conductors
Simulated driver POV — mountain road drive-through
3D point-cloud animation — utility pole & conductors
Joel Panock, Principal at JP Forensics
◎ Grass Valley, CA
Curriculum Vitae of Joel Panock, MSEE, LSIT
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03PRINCIPAL

Joel Panock, LSIT, MSEE

Land Surveyor-in-Training • Forensic Visualization Expert

MS Electrical & Computer Engineering, UC Irvine BS ECE, University of Rochester CA LSIT #8695 FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot

With over 22 years of experience in mapping, LiDAR, UAV data capture, and advanced 3D modeling using AutoCAD and Leica Geosystems technologies, Joel has built a reputation for turning complex spatial data into clear, defensible visual evidence.

He brings 14+ years of dedicated forensic experience, having produced hundreds of court animations, exhibits, and presentations for accident reconstruction, wildland fire origin & cause, officer-involved shootings, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury cases.

“I developed proprietary automation tools and real-time game engine platforms that allow clients to interact with proposed conditions and forensic reconstructions in ways that were previously impossible.”— Joel Panock
Key Differentiators
  • Custom algorithm development
  • Real-time 3D visualization engines
  • Peer-reviewed forensic research
Notable Work
  • Published trajectory analysis in Academic Forensic Pathology
  • Built production automation for major forensic animation firms
  • Directed 3D technology for land development visualization
REF/01
22+
YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
Mapping • LiDAR • UAV Data Capture
REF/02
14+
YEARS OF FORENSIC FOCUS
Litigation support & expert testimony
REF/03
Survey-Grade
MILLIMETER-LEVEL 3D ACCURACY
Millimeter-accurate point clouds
REF/04
100%
CLIENT FOCUS
Personalized senior-level attention
CA LSIT #8695FAA Part 107 Remote PilotMS Electrical & Computer Engineering, UC IrvineBS ECE, University of Rochester
04REPRESENTATIVE ENGAGEMENTS

Real cases.
Real clarity.

Selected examples demonstrating the power of precise geospatial forensics in high-stakes matters.

CASE TYPE 01
WILDLAND FIRE • INSURANCE & LIABILITY

Origin & Cause Determination Through 3D Mapping

LiDAR scanning, UAV data capture, and digital terrain modeling provided spatially accurate basemapping and fire progression visualization that supported conclusive origin determination. Photogrammetry is used in processing to extract measurements from historical and witness imagery.

Critical for cause finding
CASE TYPE 02
OFFICER-INVOLVED INCIDENT • LITIGATION SUPPORT

Trajectory Analysis Establishing Body Position

Combined photogrammetric resection, bullet trajectory modeling, and 3D scene reconstruction to create court-admissible animations that clarified shooter and subject positioning for the trier of fact.

Peer-reviewed methodology
CASE TYPE 03
CATASTROPHIC INJURY • VISIBILITY ANALYSIS

Line-of-Sight & Viewshed Reconstruction

Advanced visibility and line-of-sight analysis using 3D models and ray-tracing techniques delivered compelling demonstratives that helped resolve complex premises liability claims.

Jury-ready exhibits

Additional case studies available upon request under confidentiality agreement.

05CONTACT

Ready to bring clarity to your case?

Whether you need a rapid response for an active investigation or comprehensive litigation support, our team is prepared to deliver precision you can rely on.

Email Joel Directly
CONFIDENTIAL • RESPONSIVE • COURT-TESTED
OFFICE
EMAIL
JoelPanock@JP-Forensics.com
BASE
Grass Valley, CA
COORD
39.2191° N, 121.0611° W
Proudly based in Nevada County, California • Available for travel