Word for Today: CODIS
Have you ever wondered about CODIS? Just what does that acronym stand for? Combined DNA Index System. What's the point? Many states have laws that allow the collection of DNA from arrestees. The DNA profile gets added to the database. So, when a crime is committed, and law enforcement has DNA evidence, they can submit the unknown profile of the perpetrator to run against the known DNA profiles of arrestees and offenders. If they get a hit, they have a lead that can put them on track to catching a criminal.Announcing...
The first three novels of The Marston Series are now offered in an ebook box set.
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