The Coppolino Case Study- Admissibility of Science Evidence with questions

Suitable for upper level/college forensic science or criminal justice

Carl Coppolino was put on trial for killing his mistress' husband and his own wife. This case from the 1960’s was pivotal in the historical development of allowing scientific evidence into the courts. The case has everything to keep your students interested: passion, lies, and murder!

Included: a 3-page article for students to read and analyze in a word.doc that can be modified, printed or posted on password protected on-line and Key

Some background of the historical development of scientific evidence in the courts is necessary. BUY THE BUNDLE of the with “Science and the Admissibility of Evidence in Court” powerpoint notes and student handout and the Coppolino Case for $3.00!

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