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Forensics: These guys never quit. Dont forget they dissect out the bitemark. All you need to know about the Photography, Swabbing Method, Casting and Impression Method and Lifting Method
Collection of bite marks in forensic odontology 1. Photography 2. Swabbing Method 3. Casting and Impression Method 4. Lifting Method — Read on http://www.itsforensic.com/2023/07/collection-of-bite-marks-all-you-need.html
Forensics: Appellate Judge not happy about reviewing junk dentist trial testimony. Bite mark evidence disputed yet again
WARREN — The bite mark evidence presented during the 1986 trial of Danny Lee Hill was again disputed by the convicted murderer’s legal counsel during a hear — Read on http://www.tribtoday.com/news/local-news/2023/07/bite-mark-evidence-disputed-yet-again/
Forensics: Victorian Pseudoscience on a Netflix Budget: “Ancient Apocalypse” and the Paradox of Science Communication Online
Much like the bitemark believers who hold sway in the #AAFS hierarchy. They substitute data for a word salad of their “science ” As scholars and investigators of conspiracy theory communities have noted, people who cling to these ideas long … Continue reading
Forensics: Article collection: Forensic Odontology and Bite Mark Analysis: Understanding the Debate
The ABFO contribution to this impressive collection is a non-starter. Nothing about having empirical proofs to support what they do. This is all they can do? Browse articles from the collection: Forensic Odontology and Bite Mark Analysis: Understanding the Debate … Continue reading
‘Flawed’ bitemark evidence in court could lead to wrongful convictions, even death sentences – Study Finds – @The_AAFS
The American Academy of Forensics Sciences should pay attention and remove these dentists’ accreditation. According to the findings, bitemarks on skin do not transfer accurately, and even minor distortions could potentially match a large number of individuals. — Read on … Continue reading
Forensics: Looking to speedup “overworked”coroners. Ignores investigative failures. Controversial coroner cremation bill sails through House committee – Louisiana Illuminator
A bill that would allow coroners to cremate bodies despite suspicious circumstances sailed through the end of a House committee Thursday. — Read on lailluminator.com/2023/05/25/controversial-coroner-cremation-bill-sails-through-house-committee/
Cop forensics takes a hit. Maryland Supreme Court imposes limits on ballistics evidence used to link guns to crimes
An opinion by the Supreme Court of Maryland published Tuesday imposed limits on the use of ballistics evidence in courtrooms across the state. — Read on http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/crime/bs-md-maryland-supreme-court-limits-firearm-testimony-20230621-v7fqgcik2vgefj3zmfvbgrap3e-story.html
Fake Forensics: Junk science’: Former tobacco lobbyist claims wildfire smoke poses no health risk
A former tobacco lobbyist-turned-Fox News contributor bucked health experts by claiming on air that smoke billowing over the Northeast from Canadian wildfires will do people no harm.Speaking on The Ingraham Angle Wednesday, Steve Milloy said that the warning about the … Continue reading
Forensics: Fake forensic scientist exposed as a sex predator is deemed too dangerous for jail release
EXCLUSIVE One of Britain’s most notorious conmen, who tricked judges into believing he was a respected forensic detective has been ruled still too dangerous to be released. — Read on http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12152473/Fake-forensic-scientist-exposed-sex-predator-deemed-dangerous-jail-release.html
Forensics: Cops destroying evidence after convictions. Here’s how we can reduce wrongful convictions
We must learn from our past mistakes and invest in the possibility of uncovering future wrongful convictions. — Read on http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/opinion/commentary/story/2023-05-22/opinion-california-innocence-project-michael-semanchik-wrongful-convictions-horace-roberts
