DNA Analysis
Understanding and Challenging DNA Evidence: Your Questions Answered
3 October 2023
Understanding and Challenging DNA Evidence : Your Questions are Answered in this article.
How to Evaluate DNA Evidence: Absence of Statistical Analysis and Activity Level Reporting (Part 2)
4 March 2022
Explore Forensic DNA Profiling and consider the implication in cases with an absence of statistical analysis in a DNA Report.
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.
Sexual assault cases: using DNA and digital evidence to strengthen your defence strategy
4 March 2022
DNA and digital evidence offer significant opportunities to support a fair trial in sexual assault cases. Which is why accurately reviewing forensic reports is crucial. Strong defence strategies rely on a thorough understanding of all the information provided and the confidence to challenge the evidence when needed. But defence solicitors face major challenges when it comes to unlocking the full potential of DNA and digital evidence, as we explore. Why you’re missing out on valuable evidential opportunities Streamlined reports have their place in the criminal justice system. They help expedite cases and minimise costs. But with less information comes the need for deeper analysis. Especially in complex sexual assault cases. For instance, your client might deny their criminal involvement though the forensic report suggests otherwise, with evidence of their DNA on the victim’s clothing. How can you defend your client’s case in this situation? It’s not usually possible to recover time-sensitive biological evidence from […]
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