Guidance

Interpreting DNA evidence

The regulator commissioned advice on the interpretation of DNA evidence.

• From: Forensic Science Regulator
• Published: 6 December 2012
• Last updated: 17 September 2020 — See all updates

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The interpretation of DNA evidence

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Details

This guidance sets out the basic principles to interpret complex DNA profiles and, where appropriate, inform scientific developments to enable their application in practice.

You can view the previous version of this guidance on the national archives.

Published 6 December 2012
Last updated 17 September 2020 + show all updates

1. 17 September 2020

   Updated the document and summary.

2. 6 December 2012

   First published.