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Maryland prosecutors generally need evidence before they pursue convictions for violent crimes like assault or homicide. If the case proceeds to trial, the prosecutor will reveal the collected evidence to a jury for review. According to a group of studies, DNA...
Today, DNA evidence is often used to identify suspects in a wide range of crimes, including rape and sexual assault. In the 1970s, one Baltimore forensic pathologist at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) began collecting what’s now considered DNA evidence...
Both judges and juries tend to think that fingerprints are some of the valuable, reliable pieces of evidence that a prosecutor can present in a trial – but are they? As forensic technology improves over time, it may be time to take a new look at a “science” that...
As a general rule, law enforcement cannot enter and search your home without a warrant or under exceptional circumstances like plain view. This is enshrined in the 4th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. But what about your trash bin? Say the police want to use the...
Mounting a strong defense against allegations of arson can prove to be an arduous task. This is primarily due to the potential destruction of fire scene evidence. When fire ravages a location, crucial clues can vanish in the flames. It makes it difficult to establish...
The crucial role of evidence in criminal charges cannot be ignored. It serves as the foundation for the prosecution's case against the accused and can heavily influence the court's verdict. However, for evidence to be presented during the trial, it must be admissible...
If you’re facing criminal charges, it’s important to consider how the police may have gathered evidence in your case. There are some instances in which they may have made mistakes. These can have a major impact on how the evidence is used in your case or if it can...
If you are a person of interest in a criminal matter, part of the police’s investigation may involve obtaining evidence for use against you should the matter go to trial. After all, the prosecution has a duty to prove beyond reasonable doubt that you committed the...
Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) is widely used by private residences, business and public buildings across the country. The idea behind these systems is to try and prevent crime and assist in solving crimes when they do occur. While CCTV technology has improved over...
If you are facing criminal charges, this means that the prosecution believes they have strong evidence against you. Nonetheless, you are entitled to challenge this evidence in court. Law enforcement have numerous powers at their disposal during the investigation of...
