Universal forensic DNA databases
Balancing the costs and benefits
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12353299 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Marcus Smith (0000-0001-9810-979X, Charles Sturt University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2018 |
| Volume | 43 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 131-135 |
| Publication date | 2018-06-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Alternative Law Journal (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1037-969X • E-ISSN: 2398-9084 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/1037969x18765222 |
| OpenAlex | W2886083914 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
The article considers the potential costs and benefits from the implementation of a universal forensic DNA database in Australia. In particular, it considers the impact that a database of this type would have on current issues associated with the use of DNA evidence in criminal investigation and prosecution, along with the relevant individual rights considerations. The article discusses the potential impact such a database would have on privacy rights, and balances these impacts against possible benefits, such as making investigations more targeted and efficient. The development of a database of this type is also discussed in light of the development of DNA and other biometric databases in Australia and other jurisdictions around the world
Biometrics · Business · Computer security · Database · Computer Science · Forensic and Genetic Research
| Citations per year | 1 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Highly cited | No |