san diego DNA testing

The Los Angeles Times recently reported that police have found a rapist by his DNA evidence.  The man was arrested for spousal abuse.  While in police custody, he gave them a sample of his DNA.  Upon testing the DNA, the police found that his DNA matched DNA found in a completely different crime scene: the rape of an 83 year old blind lady.  Now, this man will likely be charged not only with domestic violence, but also with rape, burglary, and possibly robbery.

This case is a good example of how important a role DNA evidence can play in the prosecution of a crime.  At the same time, DNA evidence also plays an equally crucial role in the defense of a crime.  Many people think that DNA evidence is irrefutable, that the mere existence of DNA evidence is enough to prove guilty beyond reasonable doubt.  However, that is not true.

If you or a loved one in San Diego county are facing a criminal charge where DNA evidence is being used by the prosecutors to try to prove guilt, you need to make sure that you hire a San Diego criminal defense lawyer who is familiar with the ways in which DNA evidence can and cannot be used.  You need to make sure you hire a lawyer who knows the strengths and weaknesses of DNA evidence.  A knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer in San Diego will use forensics experts to review, test, and poke holes in the DNA evidence.  After all, DNA evidence does not stand on its own—it must be interpreted.  Only the best San Diego criminal defense firm can turn DNA evidence against you into DNA evidence that helps you.

If you or someone you love is facing criminal charges in San Diego County, please contact Wallin & Klarich today via phone at 1-877-230-1529 or fill out our consultation form for a free evaluation of your San Diego County criminal case.