"Israeli scientist says DNA samples can easily be forged "

Dawson Leery

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Fri May-21-10 08:34 PM
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"Israeli scientist says DNA samples can easily be forged "

http://www.haaretz.com/print-edition/news/israeli-scientist-says-dna-samples-can-easily-be-forged-1.282271

"In recent years, DNA has become one of the police's most basic forensic tools for identifying criminals. A DNA sample from blood or saliva found at a crime scene is considered particularly strong legal evidence, perhaps the strongest available. However, an Israeli scientist is now saying that it is much easier to fabricate DNA than was previously thought.

With the aid of simple equipment obtainable on the open market, Dr. Dan Frumkin and his colleagues were able to produce blood samples with faked DNA that passed genetic testing without notice. The study raises serious questions about the validity of these tests. "

http://www.wrongfulconvictionlawsuitdefense.com/tags/dan-frumkin/

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flyingfysh

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Fri May-21-10 09:11 PM
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1. This is not new

I saw a report about this a few months back.

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Dawson Leery

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Fri May-21-10 09:18 PM
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2. Which is why mandatory DNA collection at arrest is wrong.

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Nikki Stone1

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Fri May-21-10 09:22 PM
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3. This information needs to get out

Especially to potential jurors.

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