Introduction to Forensics

deductive reasoning

False

faulty eyewitness identification contributed to up to 70 percent of wrongful convictions.

Perception

careful and accurate observation.

Eyewitness testimony can provide critical information but is often unreliable and can lead to wrongful convictions.

Triangulation is a method used to determine the location of evidence or a crime scene by measuring angles from two or more fixed points.

Careful documentation ensures that all evidence is recorded accurately, preserving the integrity of the investigation.

Perception refers to how investigators interpret sensory information, which can be influenced by biases and prior experiences.

The Innocence Project is an organization that works to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals, primarily through DNA testing.