Making the DNA System Work
March 19th, 2008
Granting that the use of DNA test results are widely accepted by both the justice system and the general public, there are still some possible pitfalls of the system that may work to its disadvantage. In reality, public crime labs are overwhelmed by backlogs of unanalyzed DNA samples. It is quite possible that existing labs are ill-equipped to handle the increasing influx of DNA samples and evidence.
There is also a need to develop faster methods for analyzing DNA evidence. Another important factor that will ensure the reliability of DNA evidence is the intensive training and assistance that needs to be given to the professionals working in the criminal justice system. This is to ensure that DNA samples are handled in a manner that does not compromise its integrity.