Flawed forensic techniques by the FBI threaten many convictions

[dgw 8]

Well, whilst forensic science is generally helpful, it, or the implementation of it, is fallible.

http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/news/world/americas/article4162314.ece

[ryoder 1,381]

So-called forensic "science" exposed: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/real-csi/

Short version: Only DNA testing is actually based on science.

"There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones.

[dgw 8]

Unfortunately I could not view the content due to rights restrictions. But, I am sure I can hazard a good guess at the content.

The reality is that 'forensic' is a misused word. Forensic means something pertaining to litigation. Forensic science is (or should be) regular, often very basic, science that is used in support of litigation.

It is as good as the scientist who does the science. The same applies to 'forensic' accountants, 'forensic' IT consultants, and the whole medico-legal industry.