How do Criminal Defense Attorneys Interpret DNA Evidence in Court?
Understanding DNA likelihoods is crucial in criminal defense; misconceptions can lead to wrongful convictions.
As a criminal defense attorney, you may encounter DNA evidence showing statistical likelihoods, indicating that the DNA is 'X times more likely' to be from a random stranger than the defendant.
Often, typical results display probabilities in the range of billions of times more likely.
However, grappling with the significance of 40 times more likely can be challenging, especially when explaining it to a jury.
Let's delve into the complex task of interpreting DNA evidence and understanding its implications in the courtroom.
