Need a forensic DNA expert for your case?
Roebuck Forensics is Australia-based and accepts instructions across Australia, New Zealand and select international matters, for both Legal Aid and privately funded briefs.
From preliminary review and discrete issues to complex cases, expert reports, cross-examination guidance, and oral evidence.
Where required, Helen Roebuck can also conduct laboratory examination and testing.
Contact us to discuss your matter.
Preliminary review :
Preliminary DNA Review
A preliminary review provides early, independent forensic input on the DNA evidence before positions become fixed.
The focus is on identifying the true probative value of the DNA findings and whether assumptions or inference may be overstating their significance.
Most preliminary reviews involve 2–4 hours of expert time and commonly assist with questions such as:
- What, if anything, does the DNA evidence actually establish?
- Are there scientific limitations or assumptions that affect weight?
- Does the evidence support the alleged activity, or only presence?
- Are alternative explanations scientifically plausible?
- Is the DNA capable of supporting the prosecution narrative?
- Does the evidence warrant further expert involvement?
This early review is often used to inform plea discussions, trial strategy, and whether an application to challenge or exclude the DNA evidence should be considered.
- Helen Roebuck - Principal Forensic Scientist
- helen@roebuckforensics.com.au
- Mobile: 0493 726 760
- Office: 02 8089 0226
- Postal address: GPO 390 Sydney NSW 2001
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