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Introduction to forensic DNA evidence for criminal justice professionals / Jane Moira Taupin.
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Publication details:
Boca Raton, Fla. : CRC Press, c2014.
Edition:
1st edition
Record id:
84549
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Subject:
DNA fingerprinting.
Forensic genetics.
DNA -- Analysis.
Criminals -- Identification.
Contents:
Chapter 1. History of forensic DNA profiling in criminal investigations
Chapter 2. Strengths and limitations of DNA profiling evidence
Chapter 3. DNA profiling basics
Chapter 4. Evidential value and statistics
Chapter 5. Partial profiles, low levels, and mixtures
Chapter 6. Y-STR profiling
Chapter 7. Other DNA techniques including mitochondrial DNA
Chapter 8. Concerns and controversies
Chapter 9. DNA pointers for criminal justice professionals.
Summary:
This concise work introduces to a non-scientific audience the important area of forensic DNA evidence. Taupin explains the strengths and limitations of DNA profiling evidence, the basics of DNA profiling methodology, and then provides a brief explanation of the various types of DNA techniques available. There is a useful chapter directed towards ways both the prosecution and the defence lawyers might test the veracity of DNA evidence in the preparation for a hearing.
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:
9781439899090
Phys. description:
xviii, 174 p. : ill. ; 23 cm