Enhancing Conviction Integrity through Forensics
Overview
The Enhancing Conviction Integrity through Forensics training series delivers forensic-based training in an effort to ensure prosecutors and defense counsel trying violent crime cases, including cold cases and death penalty cases, have the knowledge and tools to effectively understand and present forensic evidence in court. The training seeks to ensure the integrity of the conviction and prevent wrongful convictions related to forensic evidence. Categorical resources such as discussion panels, webinars, and briefs can be found by exploring the drop-down menus below.
Registration is now open for the Virtual Enhancing Conviction Integrity Regional Training.
Ballistics
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Firearm and Toolkit Identification Edward McCann Jr. and Detective Eric Nelson from the Montgomery County (PA) District Attorney's Office |
Blood Spatter Analysis
Resources coming soon.
Crime Scene to Courtroom Basics: Collection, Preservation, and Chain of Custody
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From the Crime Scene(s) to the Courtroom: Optimal Evidence Identification, Collection and Preservation at Trial Patricia Powers and Dalia Racine from AEquitas |
DNA 101: Sources, Mixtures, Statistics, and Methodologies
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DNA 101 – Mixtures, Statistics, and Methodologies: Science and Application to Investigation and Prosecution Amy Jeanguenat from Mindgen LLC and Patricia Powers from AEquitas |
DNA Reports and Expert Testimony
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Successful Case Outcomes: Evidence, Potential DNA and Expert Testimony Patricia Powers from AEquitas and Misty Marra from Marshall University |
Eyewitness Testimony
Resources coming soon.
Fingerprints
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Fingerprint Analysis in Cold Cases of Sexual Assault and Homicide John Wilkinson from AEquitas and Michelle Reznicek from the Federal Bureau of Investigation |
Working with Laboratories: Capabilities, Workflows, and Triaging
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DNA Testing, Workflow, Collaboration and Options Amy Jeanguenat from Mindgen LLC and Patricia Powers from AEquitas |
