There have been more than 140 people exonerated from death rows across the United States. What impact would the use of DNA analysis have upon capital cases in the future?

Would people across the United States change their opinion about capital punishment because of this?
What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Should include these potential items.

Does DNA allow prosecutors to be more certain about guilt today?
Would DNA clear more death row inmates?
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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