ACWAM DNA and Genetic Testing » crime scene investigations http://acwam.org DNA testing is expensive, learn how to save Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:09:18 +0000 en hourly 1 How DNA Helps Forensic Investigations http://acwam.org/dna-helps-forensic-investigations/ http://acwam.org/dna-helps-forensic-investigations/#comments Mon, 19 Oct 2009 03:37:46 +0000 Rachel http://acwam.org/?p=103 Forensic investigators started using DNA in the 1990's when it became highly reliable in proving criminal activity in people.]]> DNA is relatively new to the crime scene. Forensic investigators started using DNA in the 1990’s when it became highly reliable in proving criminal activity in people.

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DNA is gathered at crime scenes and it allows police to pin point who exactly was at the crime scene. From there, they can conclude who and how the crime was committed. Examples include matching DNA at crime scenes, recognizing familial relationships and paternity testing.

DNA has proven to be a highly valuable tool and will continue to help forensic science.

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