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DNA 101 for Investigators

DNA obtained from evidence can be valuable for identifying perpetrators, confirming the facts of a case, and revealing links to other crimes through a database search. Investigators and other practitioners hoping to gain a basic understanding of DNA in sexual assault cases can use this learning tool to test their knowledge. Learn key facts about DNA testing and the common pieces of many forensic DNA reports.

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Understanding DNA Testing and Reporting: Processing Sexual Assault Kits

Understanding DNA Testing and Reporting: Processing Sexual Assault Kits
This is an overview on DNA testing, including STR, Y-chromosome, and mitochondrial DNA testing as well as common elements in forensic DNA reports.
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Utilizing CODIS for Evidence Obtained from Sexual Assault Kits

Utilizing CODIS for Evidence Obtained from Sexual Assault Kits
This document illustrates how and when to use CODIS for uploading DNA profiles in order to identify potential perpetrators.
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Y-STR Testing: Enhancing Sexual Assault Workflows

Y-STR Testing: Enhancing Sexual Assault Workflows
This document describes the advantages of using Y-STR testing when traditional testing fails to aid an investigation.
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Funded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative aims to create a coordinated community response that ensures just resolution to sexual assault cases. Through this program, funding is provided to support multidisciplinary community response teams engaged in the comprehensive reform of jurisdictions approaches to sexual assault cases resulting from evidence found in previously unsubmitted sexual assault kits.

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