Tag Archives: evidence

The Reality of Forensics: 6 Myths Debunked

Posted on October 17, 2022 by jchasenovelist

Pop culture has a fascination with the world of forensic science. Whether it’s a television show, movie or novel. The public’s thirst for crime drama is unquenchable. And that’s because, crime has an inherent conflict on multiple levels, which equals … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology, Forensic | Tagged author and criminologist jennifer chase, behaviorial evidence, crime, crime scene investigation, detective katie scott, DNA, evidence, forensics, profiling, psychology of personality | 6 Comments

Forensic Files: DNA Cracks Decades-Long Murder Cases #ForensicFriday

Posted on May 21, 2021 by jchasenovelist

Each year, more and more cold murder cases are solved through forensic DNA genetic analysis. As the science continues to evolve and produce tangible results, thousands of victims and their family members receive the bittersweet gifts of justice and closure. … Continue reading →

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No Body, No Problem: Murder Convictions in Missing Persons Cases

Posted on March 31, 2020 by jchasenovelist

The old Hollywood trope of “no body, no conviction” is usually accurate, but not always true. Generally, it is very difficult to prove the murder of a missing person. But, between the tenacity of investigators and the legal precedent of … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology | Tagged Chillingworth murders, circumstantial, cold cases, conviction, crime and punishment, criminologist jennifer chase, direct evidence, evidence, investigation, jennifer chase, life sentences, no body no conviction, united states v. scott, without body | Leave a comment

Thanksgiving Forensics: 2 Killers Finally Brought to Justice

Posted on November 25, 2019 by jchasenovelist

Thanksgiving is the time of the year when many of us show our gratitude for life’s blessings. For some people, however, this holiday is just another reminder of a horrific memory that never relents. And that haunting recollection is the … Continue reading →

Posted in crime, Her Last Whisper | Tagged author, bone, cold cases, criminologist, detective, evidence, forensics, Her Last Whisper, jennifer chase, justice, killer, Little Girls Sleeping, murder, sock, thanksgiving | Leave a comment

Evidence Rules: Fundamentals of a Criminal Prosecution

Posted on August 27, 2019 by jchasenovelist

If you’re a fan of crime fiction and even true-crime stories, the issue of ‘evidence’ is usually at the heart of the story. But, what’s the deal with evidence? And how does it help a prosecutor build a case? Well, … Continue reading →

Posted in crime, law, Uncategorized | Tagged criminal, criminologist, evidence, exclusionary rule, hearsay, jennifer chase, justice, law and order, prosecution, rules | Leave a comment

DNA Justice in 2017: 3 Cold Case Murders Solved by Forensics

Posted on November 30, 2017 by jchasenovelist

Justice eluded these murder victims for many years. But, due to the hard work of detectives, and advancements in DNA analysis – the killers were identified. And justice was served. The Killing of Wendy Jo Halison It was 1968 on … Continue reading →

Posted in crime, unsolved mysteries | Tagged cold cases, DNA, evidence, investigation, jennifer chase author and criminolgist, murder, oregon, sue klaas, wendy jo halison | Leave a comment

Modern DNA Profiling: Two Infamous Cold Cases Solved

Posted on November 4, 2016 by jchasenovelist

Photo courtesy of kotatv.com. Once the horrific act of murder has been committed, there is generally a relatively short window of time for law enforcement to solve the mystery. As time passes, the chance of a solving a murder case … Continue reading →