National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Releases Preliminary Recommendations on Strengthening Forensic Science.

"Contrary to media portrayals of forensic science in popular TV shows, forensic science evidence presented in court is often based on speculative research, subjective interpretations and inadequate quality control procedures. Ensuring the scientific integrity of forensic science evidence is essential to preventing wrongful convictions and exonerating the innocent. In support of reform efforts of the forensic science community, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers has released a 12-page preliminary report advocating a “culture of science” in the forensic science community and supporting the establishment of a national resource center for forensic science."

Link:
http://www.nacdl.org/public.nsf/NewsReleases/2009mn29/$FILE/Forensic_Science_Report_Final.pdf