DNA Evidence and Investigation, Current Issues

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An overview of DNA evidence and investigation, covering its importance in solving crimes and correcting errors in the justice system, and includes a discussion of prisoner rights regarding testing and the possible threat that DNA databases pose to civil liberties, with illustrations, statistics, a list of key people and advocacy groups, and a chronology. Abstract: An overview of DNA evidence and investigation, covering its importance in solving crimes and correcting errors in the justice system, and includes a discussion of prisoner rights regarding testing and the possible threat that DNA databases pose to civil liberties, with illustrations, statistics, a list of key people and advocacy groups, and a chronology Content: How conclusive is DNA evidence in solving crimes? -- How effective is DNA testing as a tool for righting wrongful convictions and erroneous charges? -- Should all defendants have the right to DNA testing? -- Do law enforcement DNA databases threaten civil liberties?