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Challenging Forensic Evidence? Observations Of The Use Of Dna In Certain Criminal Trials, Mark Findlay, Julia Grix
Challenging Forensic Evidence? Observations Of The Use Of Dna In Certain Criminal Trials, Mark Findlay, Julia Grix
Research Collection Yong Pung How School Of Law
Our interest in forensic evidence, and in the use of DNA within criminal trials in particular, arises out of our recent responsibility to review the Crimes (Forensic Procedures) Act 2000 in New South Wales. This review engaged various methodologies to enable an understanding of forensic evidence procedures, from investigation through to courtroom practice. Crucially, the review explored the significance of DNA evidence within criminal trials in order to speculate on ways in which such evidence may be received by the trial 'fact-finders' in an appropriate and enlightening manner.
Independent Review Of The Crimes (Forensic Procedures) Act 2000, Mark Findlay
Independent Review Of The Crimes (Forensic Procedures) Act 2000, Mark Findlay
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This Report focuses on the use of forensic procedures in the criminal justice system. It arises out of the requirement under section 122 of the Crimes (Forensic Procedures) Act 2000 (the Act) that the Minister (the Attorney General) review the Act to determine whether the policy objectives of the Act remain valid and whether the terms of the Act remain appropriate for securing those objectives.