DNAHOMEWORK5

1) Evaluate Fourth Amendment issues as they relate to the collection of DNA evidence, specifically in reference to
     search and seizure issues.

2) Select one of the following DNA-related criminal cases listed below. Briefly summarize the case and critique its
     relevance to the Fourth amendment reasonableness test, particularly as it relates to post-conviction DNA collection.

•  Wilson v. Collins 
•  United States v. Weikert 
•  United States v. Amerson
•  United States v. Pool
•  United States v. Mitchell

3) What is Junk DNA? Analyze the possible evidentiary value of Junk DNA.

4) Utilizing the State Law research tool on the Innocence Project Website, select a current State and review the current status of the State's compensation laws, DNA access laws, and State laws requiring a recorded interrogation. Provide a brief analysis of your research from the State of your choosing.