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The CSI Effect

The CSI Effect. The idea that the exaggerated portrayal of forensic science influences public perceptions. How might this effect influence people?. Popular opinion is that: Jurors: more likely to acquit without evidence, especially DNA Increased demand for forensic evidence

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The CSI Effect

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  1. The CSI Effect • The idea that the exaggerated portrayal of forensic science influences public perceptions

  2. How might this effect influence people? Popular opinion is that: • Jurors: more likely to acquit without evidence, especially DNA • Increased demand for forensic evidence • Popularity of forensic programs in schools has increased • Teaches criminals to better conceal their crimes

  3. The Reality

  4. Is the effect real? http://www.9news.com/video/1959696101001/1/Is-the-CSI-effect-influencing-our-court-system https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGc4PaLB-ek

  5. The evidence shows: • There is little statistical evidence that it affects jury verdicts • Criminals that destroy evidence tend to leave other types behind • Forensics courses need to focus on basic scientific principles to prepare CSI’s • Public demands for evidence are unrealistic, but more cold cases are being solved

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