Unreliable DNA Evidence in Knox-sollecito trial
The Meredith Kercher trial comes to an end as the sentences are finally read for the accused- Amdna Knox and her Italian lover Raffaele Sollecito in the city of Perugia, Northern Italy. However, the defense still questions the reliability of the DNA forensic evidence brought forward by the prosecution and Knox is supported by many [...]
The Myths Of Paternity Testing
Today paternity DNA testing has become that most reliable and accurate means of determining biological relationships between an alleged father and a child. Given its widespread use it is normal that there should be a number of myths surrounding this type of testing. Hereunder, I shall try and clarify a few of the most common [...]
DNA testing for twins
Establishing twins as being either identical or fraternal can accurately be done by means of a Twins DNA test. Whist reliance on facial similarity to make the distinction between the two types of twins is common; this is often misleading and medically discouraged. Identifying the DNA profile of the twins and consequently, comparing genetic blue [...]
DNA Paternity Testing of Related Potential Fathers
DNA Paternity Testing of Related Potential Fathers
DNA paternity testing of related potential fathers is not uncommon, although paternity in such cases is more difficult to prove beyond doubt. It is frequently possible if the relationship is known prior to testing, though in some such cases other evidence is generally required before paternity can be [...]
Can you Cheat on a DNA Paternity Test?
DNA Paternity Testing is now the most widely used method of confirming a biological relationship between an alleged parent and their siblings. There are essentially two types of tests you can perform. There is the ‘Court Admissible’ Test whereby the collection of the samples is performed through a controlled chain-of-custody procedure with a third party [...]
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