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Sniffer dogs, bloodstain patterns and ballistics evidence under the microscope in new studies

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Recent research challenges the scientific validity of police sniffer dogs and bloodstain pattern analysis, suggesting these methods may not be reliable for court evidence. The study questions whether these techniques are grounded in established science or are merely established practices without rigorous validation.

Key points

• A new study questions the scientific basis for police sniffer dogs, suggesting they may not be reliable for court evidence.
• Research also challenges aspects of bloodstain pattern analysis and ballistics evidence used in legal proceedings.

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