Below is a guest blog by Mr. Dante Webb. I recently became acquainted with this up-and-coming forensic scientist and thought my readers might enjoy his take on the field as a ‘newbie’. A Newbie’s Perspective: The Current State of Forensics Ever since I was 12 years old it was […]
Robin Kay Lord, Esq. 210 S. Broad St. Ste B Trenton, NJ 08608 (609) 393-4499 notguiltyy@aol.com __ MBA: What originally prompted you to pursue a career in law? I was always intrigued by the detective work in solving crimes at an early age. Columbo was my hero. When I found out that detectives are cops that […]
[youtube=http://youtu.be/E09AzT1OH5s] Forensic DNA Expert Mehul B. Anjaria discusses how all DNA results are not alike, and can sometimes be oversold in a court of law.
Forensic DNA Expert Mehul B. Anjaria of MBA DNA Consulting, LLC discusses his consultation work with the defense bar. [youtube=http://youtu.be/kMAqqYY9teo]
MBA: Tell me a little about your background in law and your current practice. Currently, I am a solo practice attorney and primarily practice in criminal defense (both white and blue collar) crimes and transactional business law. I have my MBA in International Business and a law degree. I am licensed in three states (Missouri, […]
This Chicago Tribune article speaks for itself. I can’t think of a better illustration of why forensic DNA consultants are important for the defense! Weak DNA evidence could undermine justice, experts say – chicagotribune
I was recently asked about how electropherograms appear if the same sample vial is injected multiple times on an instrument. In order to hopefully provide a helpful example, I have scanned some actual data that I have obtained in the past. The data below are from the repeated 5s injection of a 9947A sample on […]
Questions frequently arise about touch/transfer/trace DNA. Here I post some articles on the topic as a resource for interested individuals. Research continues and there are constantly new studies being performed. There are so many variables, however that in addition to consulting the literature; one has to consider some of the basics. I’ll offer a quick […]
Closing arguments are now underway in the Amanda Knox appeals trial. In late July I posted a blog entry about the first part of the Conti-Vecchiotti report. At the site, http://knoxdnareport.wordpress.com, a completed translation of this report is now offered. Bra Clasps This item of evidence was given the designation ‘165B’/sample ID code 48896 and […]
Introduction On July 30, 2011 the independent DNA experts, Stefano Conti and Carla Vecchiotti will be cross-examined on their famous 145 page report that has given Amanda Knox great hope in her appeal. The report has been partially translated in a blog at http://knoxdnareport.wordpress.com/ where it is referred to as “The experts’ report discrediting the […]
