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 * ==== In many states it is nearly impossible to receive an accurate DNA test after several years due to the fact that most evidence has been either lost or destroyed over the years. Some evidence will be destroyed just so the convicted will not be able to prove their innocence. ====


 * ==== There are thousands of cold cases that one day could be solved by previous evidence or DNA found if the evidence is preserved well and not lost, contaminated or destroyed. Many of those cases are rapes, when a semen sample that is taken from the victim could be compared to the DNA of the convicted. ====


 * ==== Evidence has been lost or destroyed prior to trial in some cases. Whenever a case goes to trial without sufficient evidence, the chances are increased that an innocent person will be convicted or that a guilty person will be found innocent. Justice cannot be served, when evidence is destroyed. ====


 * ==== The innocence project suggest that all evidence be properly maintained, and preserved for as long as the convicted person is incarcerated. This idea is a very good idea and way to assure that if an inmate wants a DNA test he/she may receive one if permitted. ====


 * ==== If using the RFLP method of DNA analysis, then blood and seminal fluid can be matched back to an individual with a high degree of probability. Currently, if using the PCR method of DNA analysis or conventional techniques then blood and some body fluids can be said to come from a certain population group to which the individual belongs. ====


 * ==== Because extremely small samples of DNA can be used as evidence, greater attention to contamination issues is necessary when identifying, collecting, and preserving DNA evidence. To avoid contamination of evidence that may contain DNA, always take the following precautions: ====
 * Wear gloves. Change them often.
 * Use disposable instruments or clean them thoroughly before and after handling each sample.
 * Avoid touching the area where you believe DNA may exist.
 * Avoid talking, sneezing, and coughing over evidence.
 * Avoid touchinProxy-Connection: keep-alive Cache-Control: maProxy-Connection: keep-alive Cache-Control: max-age=0 age=0 your face, nose, and mouth when collecting and packaging evidence.
 * Air-dry evidence thoroughly before packaging.
 * Put evidence into new paper bags or envelopes

__ Case __ George Rashaan Brooks