Combined DNA Index System (Codis) Term Paper

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Change them often; (2) Use disposable instruments or clean them thoroughly before and after handling each sample; (3) Avoid touching the area where you believe DNA may exist; (4) avoid talking, sneezing, and coughing over evidence; (5) Avoid touching your face, nose, and mouth when collecting and packaging evidence; (6) Air-dry evidence thoroughly before packaging; and (7) Put evidence into new paper bags or envelopes, not into plastic bags. Do not use staples." (National Institute of Justice, 2007)

V. Future of CODIS

The work entitled: "Communication, Documentation and Information Services" states that in the future CODIS will "continue to place a major emphasis on upgrading technology in all areas of its responsibility." (Vest of Research, nd) in a National Institute of Justice report entitled: "The Future of Forensic DNA Testing: Predictions of the Research and Development Working Group" published in November 2000 states that "technology projections for 2010" include transition to new technologies to supplement what is already in place.

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The National Institute of Justice report predicts that by 2010 there will be miniature, portable instruments that can be used at the scene of the crime for analysis and be capable of computer linked remote analysis allowing for rapid identification of suspects and quick elimination of innocent suspects. (NIJ, 2000) Predicted as well that that the techniques used in handling DNA that is very small or that has suffered degradation will be refined. Finally, the National Institute of Justice predicts that more and more suspects will be identified through database searches in the future......

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