The crime lab examiner who matched the fingerprints to the defendant is an important witness. The fingerprints represent a significant part of your case. According to the "Daubert standard," you will be required to:

a. demonstrate that the witness utilized reliable scientific methods.
b. show that the expert witness personally supervised the collection of the fingerprints at the scene.
c. certify that the witness is not being paid or compensated in any way for his testimony.
d. obtain the defense's agreement to allow him to utilize visual aids as part of his testimony.


Answer: a. demonstrate that the witness utilized reliable scientific methods.

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