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DNA evidence proves that false convictions happen

The way that the criminal justice system is designed is to avoid false convictions. This is why the standard of proof in a criminal case is so high, requiring that guilt be proven beyond a reasonable doubt. The idea here is that some guilty people may go free because...
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Is touch DNA considered to be junk science?

We’re starting to see a lot more criminal cases prosecuted, at least in part, due to evidence based on defendants’ alleged fleeting contact with an item or person. Known as “touch-transfer DNA” (or “touch DNA”), forensic investigators claim that this evidence can...
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How the right of discovery protects criminal defendants

People facing criminal charges are naturally anxious about the future. They worry about taking the case to trial and the attention that might attract. They may worry about the potential penalties that the courts could impose and the consequences of having a lifetime...
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Are you eligible to seek post-conviction relief?

A criminal conviction does not always mark the end of the legal process. In some cases, individuals may have the opportunity to challenge their conviction or sentence even after appeals have been exhausted. This process is known as post-conviction relief and may...
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