DNA and Property Crimes

DNA evidence has become an increasingly powerful tool for solving crimes. The cost of performing DNA analysis of biological evidence collected from crime scenes is going down, new technologies are more widely distributed and the criminal justice system is learning to use DNA evidence more effectively.

For years, law enforcement officials have used DNA to solve violent crimes, such as homicide and sexual assault. Now, research reveals that collecting DNA in property crimes, such as burglaries, is cost-effective and dramatically increases the number of suspects identified.

Learn more about using DNA to solve property crimes from:

U.S. Government's Official Web Portal
United States Department of Justice