Month: March 2026

• by Virginia Barron
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What DNA Evidence Really Proves in Assault Cases (And What Prosecutors Don’t Tell Juries)

By a criminal defense attorney with a love of forensic DNA litigation DNA evidence carries enormous persuasive power in modern courtrooms. In assault prosecutions, it is increasingly presented as a scientific anchor for the State’s version of events. Jurors hear phrases like “DNA links the defendant to the victim” or “the science proves contact,” and…

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DNA Testing in Misdemeanor vs. Felony Offenses in Minnesota

When Is DNA Evidence Used in Minnesota Misdemeanor and Felony Cases? In Minnesota, DNA evidence is most commonly associated with felony-level criminal cases, but it can also play a major role in misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor prosecutions. As forensic science has improved, laboratories can detect smaller amounts of biological material than ever before. Because of…

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Probabilistic Genotyping Software: How It Is Used in Criminal Cases

Common Criminal Cases That Use Probabilistic Genotyping DNA Evidence Probabilistic genotyping has become a major part of modern forensic DNA analysis, especially in cases involving complex, degraded, or mixed DNA samples. Unlike traditional DNA interpretation, which works best with clean single-source samples, probabilistic genotyping is designed to evaluate DNA mixtures that may otherwise be difficult…

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Probabilistic Genotyping Software in Criminal Cases – What is it?

What Is Probabilistic Genotyping Software in Criminal Cases? In the last decade, courts have increasingly treated DNA evidence as the ultimate truth—an unquestionable form of science that can supposedly prove guilt beyond doubt. That belief has been fueled by crime shows, high-profile exonerations, and courtroom arguments that present DNA as a near-magical link between a…

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