- 01 Introduction
- 02 Biology of DNA
- 03 Practical Issues Specific to DNA Evidence
- 04 Introduction to the Forensic DNA Laboratory
- 05 Assuring Quality in DNA Testing
- 06 Understanding a Forensic DNA Lab Report
- 07 Statistics and Population Genetics
- 08 Mitochondrial DNA & Y-STR Analysis
- 09 Forensic DNA Databases
- 10 Collection of DNA Evidence from Suspects and Arrestees
- 11 Pretrial DNA Evidence Issues
- 12 Victim Issues
- 13 Trial Presentation
- 14 Postconviction DNA Cases
- 15 Emerging Trends
Principles of Forensic DNA
for Officers of the Court
for Officers of the Court
Module 12 :: Victim Issues
Topic 1 :: DNA Evidence
For How Long Will Samples Be Kept, by Whom, and for What Purpose?
Jurisdictional policies may vary regarding the retention and use of victim, suspect and other known reference samples. Some jurisdictions require that samples be destroyed, while others require a formal request and/or court order for the destruction or return of biological material. Biological material collected in a criminal investigation is strictly limited to use for law enforcement purposes.
