Author: Yujiemi Chisholm

Investigative Resource Repository

Defense’s Brief in Support of Motion to Suppress (Idaho v. Dalrymple)

Suspect’s hair that was found from the crime scene of a murder-sexual offense case was subjected to single nucleotide polymorphism extraction and genealogical search. Defense claims these techniques violate the defendant’s Fourth Amendment and the State of Idaho’s privacy rights of a suspect.
Forensics TTA

FY2024 Solicitation Webinar – Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence (Postconviction) Program

This webinar, presented by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), features an overview of the FY2024 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence (Postconviction) Program solicitation. As part of this presentation, BJA discusses various elements of the solicitation, changes that have been implemented from previous iterations of the program, eligibility requirements, and guidance for submitting an application.
Forensics TTA

FY2024 Solicitation Webinar – Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA (COLD) Program

This webinar, presented by the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), features an overview of the FY2024 Prosecuting Cold Cases Using DNA (COLD) Program solicitation. As part of this presentation, BJA discusses various elements of the solicitation, changes that have been implemented from previous iterations of the program, eligibility requirements, and guidance for submitting an application.
FTCOE

FBI Laboratory Decision Analysis Studies In Pattern Evidence Examinations

In this webinar, the presenters focus on addressing and responding to the most frequently encountered observations of black box experimental design by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which is used to assess the reliability of pattern evidence examinations. This webinar also reviews results and challenges of black box studies and the current state of pattern evidence testimony.