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IELTS Essay: Some believe that new science related to criminal forensics should be used to...

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Some believe that new science related to criminal forensics should be used to look at old cases. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

#forensic_science#criminal_justice#evidence_review#cold_cases#technology_ethics

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Band 7 → 9 — Band 7 acknowledges benefits and drawbacks; Band 9 contextualizes when re-examination is strategic (e.g., DNA evidence on proven preserved samples) vs. when it diverts resources from crime prevention.

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Key concepts in this essay

Evolution and reliability of forensic science advances
Risk of wrongful conviction vs. justice delayed (if innocent)
Resource trade-offs between old cases and current investigations
Legal and ethical frameworks for post-conviction review
Impact on victims and families

Pitfalls the model essay avoids

Oversimplifying by treating forensic science as universally reliable without acknowledging contamination risks, false convictions, or misuse potential
Failing to address key complications like legal precedent, victim families' interests, and resource allocation in modern vs. historical cases
Taking a purely black-and-white stance without nuancing when re-examination is ethically and practically justified

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