Tag Archives: DNA
Maryland’s DNA collection process changes again
Back in May, we shared a post about the DNA collection process following Maryland felony arrests. The Court of Appeals in Maryland temporarily halted law enforcement’s freedom to swab suspects for DNA samples, believing that such evidence collection was too personally invasive following a mere arrest. Earlier this month, however, U.S. Chief Justice John… Read More »
DNA debate takes over Maryland, affects felony case procedure
Before a recent ruling specifically prompted by a Maryland assault and rape case, criminal suspects in the state likely would have had to submit more than their fingerprints following an arrest. Those arrested for felony charges would have had their DNA taken and put into a database. That means that if someone were arrested… Read More »
Maryland Theft Suspect Found Not Guilty
“They have not met their burden in this case,” said a Maryland defense attorney. His client was recently vindicated in court when he heard the verdict that clears his name of some serious charges. After a manager from a convenience store was hurt and robbed of $3,500 in 2009, authorities arrested a Mr. T…. Read More »