DNA Exonerations

DNA exonerations occur when individuals previously convicted of crimes are found to be innocent through DNA evidence. Advances in forensic science allow investigators to re-examine biological evidence—like blood or hair samples—that can confirm a person’s innocence or guilt with high accuracy. These exonerations highlight that some convictions based on earlier, less precise evidence may be incorrect, and they emphasize the importance of reliable forensic methods in the justice system. When DNA evidence overturns a wrongful conviction, it underscores both the potential for errors and the vital role of scientific testing in achieving justice.