Difference between revisions of "Unvalidated or Improper Forensic Science"
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4) the comparison and interpretation of the results from the unknown and known samples to determine whether the known individual is included or excluded as a possible source of the DNA. | 4) the comparison and interpretation of the results from the unknown and known samples to determine whether the known individual is included or excluded as a possible source of the DNA. | ||
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| + | Despite the fact that DNA is unique to each individual, as a defense lawyer you must always be cautious. Always have in mind that DNA profiling is a very complex affair, with many different technical stages. At any one of these stages problems may occur that could invalidate DNA profiling evidence. These may include problems with the quality, quantity and purity of the DNA possessed. | ||
