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Understanding the Role of the Witness: A Guide to Effective Testimony

Jonathan Leach LLC

This could include forensic evidence, medical conditions, or technical matters. Expert Witnesses possess specialized knowledge, training, or experience in a field relevant to a case. They offer expert opinions, interpretations, or analyses to help the court understand complex issues.

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New Jersey Decision Permits Geofence Warrants Upon a Proper Predicate

E-Discovery LLC

No DNA, fingerprint, or other forensic evidence was recovered from which to identify a suspect. Witnesses reported hearing that the perpetrator was speaking on a cell phone. The police were unable to locate a suspect or surveillance cameras in the surrounding area.

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What is constructive possession in a Georgia drug case?

Valdosta Law Blog

Other times, a review of forensic evidence might help the defendant. A compelling claim that someone else was to blame could be the reasonable doubt necessary for someone to avoid a conviction during their Georgia drug trial.

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ENISA’s Cybersecurity Strategy Map: A Practical Resource for Legal, Governance, and Risk Professionals

Complex Discovery

Understanding how different Member States define critical concepts like breach notification timelines, incident handling procedures, and forensic evidence requirements directly impacts discovery workflows.

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Courts at the Crossroads: Confronting AI-Generated Evidence in the Age of Deepfakes

Complex Discovery

a principal’s life and reputation were nearly destroyed before forensic evidence uncovered the audio’s true origins. Grossman and Grimm examine how the Federal Rules of Evidence, although robust in many respects, are showing signs of strain. In family court in the U.K., In the U.S.,

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After Mistrial of Arizona Man Who Shot a Mexican Migrant, Judge Says No Retrial Will Be Allowed

Practice of Law

Judge Fink also pointed out that the bullet that killed Cuen-Buitimea was missing before and remains so, so there is still a lack of reliable forensic evidence to prove who shot the victim. Kelly’s attorney had argued that the case should be dismissed “with prejudice.” This means that a new trial isn’t allowed.

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The Stalled Execution of the First Man Sentenced to Death for Shaken Baby Syndrome

Practice of Law

Nor is a Shaken Baby Syndrome diagnosis the only scientific evidence that has been questioned in recent years. For example, forensic evidence of hair samples has not proven reliable.