DNA bill of rights; activists call for standards on imate testing, evidence preservation

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The push for standards on DNA testing of inmates and on evidence preservation is discussed. Peter Neufeld and Barry Scheck of the Innocence Project push for a federal law to give all state inmates an absolute right to DNA testing. Different and often lacking state laws on evidence preservation are another problem.

Testimony, DNA testing, DNA identification, Evidence, Criminal, Criminal evidence

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Key bit of evidence; ignition lock analysis may not solve theft claims, but insurers back it

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Issues are discussed regarding key pathway analysis, a technology originated by znorth Eastern Technical Services. This controversial technology is advertised as a reliable investigation of automobile theft, and many former customers are enthusiastic.

Management, Investigations, Automobile theft, North Eastern Technical Services

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Smells fishy; some sniff that dog scent evidence stinks

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The usefulness of dog scent evidence in criminal investigation is discussed. The evidence is suitable for establishing probable cause, according to one expert, but by itself does not indicate guilt.

Methods, Criminal investigation, Police animals

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