Phillips v. State’s Empirical Analysis

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5 state decisions

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1. “(a) Definitions.— (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated. (2) “Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)” means the molecules in all cellular forms that contain genetic information in a chemical structure of each individual. (3) “DNA profile” means an analysis of genetic loci that have [sic] been validated according to standards established by: (i) The Technical Working Group on DNA Analysis Methods (TWGDAM); or (ii) The DNA Advisory Board of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. (b) In general.—A statement from the testing laboratory setting forth that the analysis of genetic loci has been validated by standards established by TWGDAM or the DNA Advisory Board is sufficient to admit a DNA profile under this section. (c) Purposes.—In any criminal proceeding, the evidence of a DNA profile is admissible to prove or disprove the identity of any person, if the party seeking to introduce the evidence of a DNA profile [complies with specified notice requirements].”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. Phillips v. State

2. “A 'complex' DNA sample refers to a DNA sample that includes genetic material from three or more individuals”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. People v. Superior Court of San Diego Cnty.