Improving Jury Understanding and Use of Expert DNA Evidence [electronic Resource]
Author | : Jane Goodman-Delahunty |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 68 |
Release | : 2010 |
ISBN-10 | : 1921532513 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781921532511 |
Rating | : 4/5 (13 Downloads) |
Download or read book Improving Jury Understanding and Use of Expert DNA Evidence [electronic Resource] written by Jane Goodman-Delahunty and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The use of DNA evidence in Australian courts has increased exponentially in the last two decades. DNA technology is well-validated and no longer the subject of defence challenges. Juror difficulties in understanding and applying the scientific and statistical information conveyed by forensic experts about a DNA match have been documented in qualitative and quantitative studies.