Problems
This happens when forensic evidence is not accurate.
What are mistakes?
This can happen if evidence isn't handled carefully.
What is contamination?
Correct procedures help prevent this.
What are errors?
A lack of __, is when there isn't enough scientific proof.
What is scientific evidence?
This can happen if an examiner lets their own opinions affect the results.
What is bias?
Testing evidence can help do this.
What is reviewing the results?
When examiners don't agree with the evidence.
What is disagreement?
This can happen when evidence is messed with.
What is tampered evidence?
Better education and training can prevent these.
What are mistakes?
This can happen if the evidence isn't accurate in court.
What is a wrongful conviction?
This can happen when someone trusts something blindly without asking questions.
What is prejudice?
Scientists should use this to support their conclusions.
What is scientific evidence?
This is the biggest goal to improve forensic science.
What is accuracy?
Name a problem with forensic science.
What is bias or tampered evidence?
Why is it important to improve forensic science?
What is to avoid mistakes?