When a conviction rests on flawed forensic testimony, the stakes could not be higher. Forensic evidence often carries significant weight with juries, but if that evidence is wrong, the impact can be devastating. In some cases, proving that forensic testimony was...
Month: August 2025
Can old DNA samples be used for new charges?
The evidence locker at your local police department holds more than just old files and fingerprints. Police and forensic labs are retesting decades-old crime scene DNA samples using modern techniques, which can lead to new prosecutions. Chances are, your genetic...
Can appeals challenge trial counsel’s conflict of interest?
When someone faces criminal charges, they deserve a fair trial. That includes the right to a defense without divided loyalties. If a defense representative has a conflict of interest, it can raise serious concerns about fairness. In some cases, this problem may serve...
Can the police make you unlock your phone to search for evidence?
There are many different types of evidence that police look for during a criminal investigation, and phones and electronic devices are an increasingly common source. Police may want to read text messages that two people sent to each other if they have been accused of...
