Exam 5: DNA Evidence and Wrongful Convictions: Causes, Consequences, and Remedies: Mai E.Naito Michael Vaughn

Presentation of DNA evidence in the courtroom can have an influence on the miscarriage of justice because of

DNA mistakes that may lead to wrongful convictions may be the result of

This case determined that collecting DNA through a cheek swab from an arrestee is a legitimate police booking procedure like fingerprinting and photographing.

This case determined the admissibility of expert testimony of scientific evidence in federal court.

Postconviction DNA testing has the power to prove innocence and lead to ________________ of exonerations.

This case determined the admissibility of evidence for both federal and state courts on reliability and methods that are "generally accepted" in the scientific community.

Which type of DNA is unique to the individual because the DNA is inherited from both parents?

Choose the correct statement:

One of the most critical steps in maintaining quality of evidence is

Many forensic laboratories have had problems associated with analysis of DNA evidence. One of the major problems identified was