Officers of the Court

DNA has become an invaluable instrument in the search for justice. DNA evidence may play a significant role at various points throughout the life of a criminal case, from the initiation of a criminal investigation through post-conviction confirmation of the truth. As the "end users" of DNA evidence, Officers of the Court must understand both the science and technology of DNA evidence.

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Highlights

Online Training DNA: A Prosecutor's Notebook Designed to assist State and local prosecutors in preparing DNA-related cases for prosecution. The lessons cover a wide spectrum of topics relating to the science of DNA and its legal application in the courtroom. Principles of Forensic DNA for Officers of the Court This 15-module online tutorial was designed primarily for prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges. But it provides an introduction to DNA analysis and the legal issues surrounding DNA evidence that will interest the general public, too.

Other Highlights Rules of Evidence for Expert Witnesses . Links to State and Federal rules of evidence collected by the National Clearinghouse for Science, Technology, and Law.  Can Jury Trial Innovations Improve Juror Understanding of DNA Evidence?, National Institute of Justice Journal 255, November 2006