The Prosecution Wants to Introduce the Following Evidence in a Rape

question 36

Multiple Choice

The prosecution wants to introduce the following evidence in a rape case:
•Pubic hair recovered from the victim during "rape kit" exam
•DNA test results based on semen recovered from the victim during "rape kit" exam
•Testimony of a forensic psychologist that the defendant committed the crime Which of the following questions will the prosecutor ask to lay the foundation for admission of the DNA test results?

• A) What is the scientific basis for the test that was performed?
• B) How often is the equipment used to conduct the test on the semen checked for accuracy?
• C) Did the person who performed the test carefully follow the protocol for this type of test?
• D) All of these questions must be asked as part of the foundation for admitting DNA tests.

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