|
||||
|
Apparently eyewitness testimony has been a factor in over 80% of the wrongful convictions later overturned by DNA evidence. Other forensic “errors” (unvalidated techniques, improper testing, or analyst misconduct/testimony) has been a factor in roughly 50%. Hopefully juries will eventually learn that forensic science, like any other science and human activity, is conducted by humans, and [Continue Reading Eyewitness Testimony Greatest Factor in Wrongful Convictions…]  This article hits on a very important point. The popular TV show states “the evidence doesn’t lie.” That’s true, but evidence doesn’t speak either. It’s up to the forensic scientists at trial to give voice to the evidence. The problem lies in the interpretation the forensic scientists puts on the evidence. [Continue Reading Innocence Project presses for improved evidence standards…] |
||||
|
For more information on retaining my services visit Forensics Guy's Main Site | Privacy Policy
|
||||
