Strengthening Forensic Science

In the Vanguard of Justice Reform: The Road Ahead

In the Vanguard of Justice Reform: The Road Ahead

As the Innocence Project heads into its 30th year, we're laying out our new plans to advance justice.

01.18.22 by Christina Swarns

20 Recent Justice Reform Measures to Celebrate

20 Recent Justice Reform Measures to Celebrate

From New Mexico to Maryland, 20 policies were passed in 16 states.

10.06.21 by Daniele Selby

Maryland Just Enacted a Historic Law Preventing the Misuse of Genetic Information

Maryland Just Enacted a Historic Law Preventing the Misuse of Genetic Information

The new legislation is a big step toward protecting the privacy of innocent people and advancing fairness in the system.

06.01.21 by Sarah Chu and Susan Friedman

The Innocence Project Applauds the Creation of a Forensic Science Task Force in Michigan

The Innocence Project Applauds the Creation of a Forensic Science Task Force in Michigan

Executive order will address misapplication of forensic science, a leading contributing factor to wrongful convictions.

04.02.21 by Innocence Staff

A Year of Groundbreaking Policy Victories: 21 Reforms in 17 States

A Year of Groundbreaking Policy Victories: 21 Reforms in 17 States

07.09.19 by Innocence Staff

10 Year Anniversary of the Landmark Report on Forensic Evidence

10 Year Anniversary of the Landmark Report on Forensic Evidence

02.21.19 by Honorable Harry T Edwards

Innocence Project Sues for Access to Bite Mark Archive that Could Expose Wrongful Convictions

Innocence Project Sues for Access to Bite Mark Archive that Could Expose Wrongful Convictions

02.20.19 by Innocence Staff

Ten Years Later: The Lasting Impact of the 2009 NAS Report

Ten Years Later: The Lasting Impact of the 2009 NAS Report

02.19.19 by Innocence Staff

Arizona Criminal Justice Stakeholders Form Hair Review Task Force to Address Wrongful Convictions

Arizona Criminal Justice Stakeholders Form Hair Review Task Force to Address Wrongful Convictions

08.08.18 by Innocence Staff

Strengthening Forensic Science Includes Supporting Forensic Laboratory Funding  

Strengthening Forensic Science Includes Supporting Forensic Laboratory Funding  

09.18.17 by Innocence Staff

Innocence Project Applauds President Obama’s Science Advisors’ Landmark Report Calling for Essential Improvements to Forensic Disciplines

Innocence Project Applauds President Obama’s Science Advisors’ Landmark Report Calling for Essential Improvements to Forensic Disciplines

09.20.16 by Innocence Staff

Innocence Project Applauds Legislative Efforts to Ensure Forensics Practices Are Based on Best Science

Innocence Project Applauds Legislative Efforts to Ensure Forensics Practices Are Based on Best Science

07.19.16 by Paul Cates