DNA Profiling in Criminal Cases: A Medico-Legal Perspective

Abstract

This academic project examines the use of Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) from the Medico-Legal perspective it further elaborate the nature of DNA profiling and applications of DNA profiling techniques. Beside, it studies the admissibility of DNA profiling according to Syariah and Civil as the evidential proof. Selected local criminal cases especially in murder and rape are highlighted to provide better picture of the use of DNA profiling technique in criminal investigation and in the courtroom. The greatest concern is the importance of DNA profiling in facilitating the process of investigation. Indeed, this research may inculcate awareness amongst members of society as to the advancement of technology to crack down criminals.