How do the Police and Prosecutors Collect and Use DNA Evidence in Sexual Assault Cases?
In sexual assault cases, DNA provides a prosecutor with some of the most compelling evidence. During the investigation, a nurse examiner collects samples from the body of the alleged victim. Police send the samples to a laboratory designated to conduct DNA testing on behalf of the state. The police will
Am I Required To Speak To The Police
A lot of people ask me whether they are required to talk to the police. The answer is: “No.” You are not required to speak with the police. The Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects your right to decline speaking with law enforcement. That’s the easy part. From there the answer becomes