A systematic analysis of misleading evidence in unsafe rulings in England and Wales

Uncertainty is an inherent characteristic of many forensic analysis and interpretation processes. Therefore, advancing the role that the growing forensic knowledge base can play throughout the criminal justice system requires an understanding of how uncertainties are currently being dealt with and whether this is improving over time. This coincides with the significant number of concerns discussed in various government-led reports, highlighting the need for research on the scientific validity of methods, judgements, and presentation methods in court [1 –3].
Source: Science and Justice - Category: Forensic Medicine Authors: Source Type: research