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How to Evaluate DNA Evidence: Source Level Reporting (Part 1)
4 March 2022
Forensic Access looks at Forensic DNA Profiling and it is largely considered as the gold standard in the criminal justice system, being both highly discriminatory and extremely useful in all case types including murder, sexual assault, burglary, and possession of illegal substances.
The Detection, Identification and Interpretation of Body Fluids in Sexual Assault Cases
4 March 2022
We explore the examination of exhibits for scientists to recover evidence of human contact to uncover DNA evidence from physical touching and bodily fluids.
Footwear Marks Evidence in Forensic Investigations
4 March 2022
Forensic Access’ webinar series for 2022 kicks off with Dr Sarah Jacob presenting “Footwear Mark Evidence: How we use trace evidence to help your case.”
Fingerprint Forensics: Your FAQs Answered
4 March 2022
Fingerprint evidence is one of the oldest forensic disciplines and continues to be one of the key biometric identification tools used in criminal investigations. It has two fundamental requirements: marks must be recoverable from items or locations, and identifications made between marks must be reliable and able to withstand scrutiny from both a prosecution and defence perspective.
Forensic Pathology: Limitations in the Interpretation of Injuries
4 March 2022
Forensic pathologists are usually known for determining cause of death, but they are also able to comment on how injuries have been sustained in the living.
The Role of Forensic Pathology in the Living
4 March 2022
It is a common misconception within the scientific community that forensic pathologists are limited to only dealing with murders. However, forensic pathologists are medically qualified doctors, they have just chosen to move away from treating the living.
Forensic Case Study: Footwear Marks & Trace Evidence
4 March 2022
Marks and Trace Evidence specialist Sarah Jacob explains why it’s essential to challenge forensic evidence and describes a fascinating case study with an unexpected outcome.
The Friday/Monday Case Study
4 March 2022
The Friday/Monday case shows how the specific details of a case can strongly impact the interpretation of the DNA evidence. Find out more.
Sexual assault cases: An issue of consent?
4 March 2022
In the latest available sexual assault statistics up to the end of March 2019, rapes reported to police increased by 42% to 58,657.
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