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Forensic Analytical Sciences

3777 Depot Road, Suite 403
Hayward, CA, 94545
RESUME: Dr. EDWARD T. BLAKE

Main Phone: [510] 266-8100
Direct Phone: [510] 266-8194
E-mail: eblake@facrimelab.com
BIOGRAPHY
1. Birthdate: July 31, 1945.

2. Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii.
EDUCATION
1. Bachelor of Science [Criminalistics], University of California, Berkeley,

1968.
2. Doctor of Criminology [Forensic Science], University of California,

Berkeley, 1976.
HONORS
1. Graduate Research Fellowship [2 years], NILE & CJ, Department of Justice.

Grant #75-NI-99-0036. Grant Title: Determination of Genetic Markers in
Human Semen.
2. Research Grant, NILE & CJ, Department of Justice. Grant Title: Genetic
Markers in Human Semen: Application to Analysis of Semen Evidence in
Sexual Assault Case Material, 1979-1981.
3. Research Grant, NILE & CJ, Department of Justice. Grant Title: Genetic
Markers in Human Semen: Resolution of Some Current Issues Affecting the
Interpretation of Semen Evidence in Sexual Assault Cases, 1983-1986.
4. Service Awards, California Association of Criminalists: 1976, 1977, 1984.
5. Distinguished Member Award, California Association of Criminalists, 1985.
6. Freedom and Justice Award from the Northeast Council of the Wrongfully
Convicted, Innocence Network Conference, Santa Clara University School of
Law, March 28, 2008.
3777 Depot Road Suite #403, Hayward, CA 94545-2761 • Telephone: 510/266-8100 Fax: 510/887-4451
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Resume: Dr. Edward T. Blake
PUBLISHED WORKS
1. Edward T. Blake, Paul J. Cashman, and John I. Thornton, "Qualitative

Analysis of Lysergic Acid Diethylamide by Means of the 10-Hydroxy
Derivative," Anal. Chem., 45[2], 1973, 394-395.
2. Edward T. Blake and D.J. Dillon, "Microorganisms and the

Presumptive Tests for Blood," J. Pol. Sci. Admin., 1[4], 1973, 395-400.
3. Kevin Caldwell, Edward T. Blake, and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Sperm

Diaphorase: Genetic Polymorphism of a Sperm-Specific Enzyme in
Man," Science, 191, 1976, 1185-1187.
4. Edward T. Blake and George F. Sensabaugh, "Genetic Markers in

Human Semen: A Review," J. For. Sci., 21[4], 1976, 784-796.
5. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Protein and Enzyme

Polymorphisms in Human Semen," For. Sci., 6, 1975, 108, [Abstract];
International Microform J. Leg. Med., 10, 1975, 21, [Text].
6. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Esterase D Typing in

Bloodstains," For. Serol. News, No. 5, 1975, 1-4.
7. Edward T. Blake, Genetic Markers in Human Semen, doctoral

dissertation, University of California, Berkeley, 1976; University
Microfilms International, #77-15, 567, Ann Arbor.
8. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Expression of Genetic

Variation in Human Semen," Am. J. Hum. Genet., 29, 1977, 24A,
[Abstract].
9. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Genetic Markers in Human

Semen: Quantitation of Polymorphic Proteins," J. For. Sci., 23[4], 1978,
717-729.
10. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Haptoglobin Typing of

Bloodstains: Electrophoresis of Immunoprecipitated Haptoglobin," J.
For. Sci. Soc., 18, 1978, 237-244.
11. David F. Katz, Edward T. Blake, Ross N. Mills, and Irving Fatt, "A
Microliter Oxygen Electrode System for Sperm Suspensions," Fertil.
Steril., 30[6], 1978, 691-695.
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12. G.F. Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and D.H. Northey, "Genetic Markers in
Human Semen: III. Alteration of Phosphoglucomutase [PGM]
Isozyme Patterns in Semen Contaminated with Saliva," J. For. Sci., 25,
1980, 470-478.
13. George Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and Jan Bashinski, "Acid Phosphatase
Assay of Vaginal Swabs," Proceedings of a Forensic Science Symposium on
the Analysis of Sexual Assault Evidence, U.S. Dept. of Justice, July, 1983,
146-148.
14. Howard C.B. Graves, George F. Sensabaugh, and Edward T. Blake,

"Postcoital Detection of a Male-Specific Semen Protein, Application to
the Investigation of Rape," N. Engl. J. Med., 312, 1985, 338-343.
15. George F. Sensabaugh, Jan Bashinski, and Edward T. Blake, "The

Laboratory's Role in Investigation of Rape," Diag. Med., 8[3], 1985, 46-
53.
16. E.T. Blake, C.E. Cook,Jr., and J.S. Bashinski, "Evidence that 'Vaginal
Peptidase' Is a Bacterial Gene Product," J. For. Sci., 32[4], 1987, 888-899.
17. E.T. Blake, "Progressive Desialidation of Human Transferrin," J. For. Sci.,

32[5], 1987, 1342-1347.
18. Edward T. Blake, "Scientific and Legal Issues Raised by DNA Analysis,"
in Banbury Report 32: Technology and Forensic Science, J.Ballantyne et al.,
Eds., Coldspring Harbor Laboratory Press, 1989, 109-115.
19. Russell Higuchi and Edward T. Blake, "Applications of the Polymerase

Chain Reaction in Forensic Science," in Banbury Report 32: Technology
and Forensic Science, J.Ballantyne et al., Eds., Coldspring Harbor
Laboratory Press, 1989, 265-281
20. Cecilia H. von Beroldingen, E.T. Blake, R. Higuchi, G.F. Sensabaugh,

and Henry Erlich, "Applications of PCR to the Analysis of Biological
Evidence," in PCR Technology: Principles and Applications for DNA
Amplification, Henry A. Erlich, Ed., Stockton Press, 1989, 209-223.
21. Henry A. Erlich, Russell Higuchi, Cecilia H. von Beroldingen, and

Edward Blake, "The Use of the Polymerase Chain Reaction for Genetic
Typing in Forensic Samples," Proceedings of an International Symposium
on the Forensic Aspects of DNA Analysis, June, 1989, Quantico, Va., 93-
101, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C.
22. E.T. Blake, S. Paabo, and M.D. Stolorow, "DNA Amplification and
Typing from Aged Biological Evidence," Proceedings of an International
Symposium on the Forensic Aspects of DNA Analysis, June, 1989,
Quantico, Va., 267-268, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
D.C.
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23. S. Walsh, R. Higuchi, and E. Blake, "PCR Inhibition and Bloodstains,"

Proceedings of an International Symposium on the Forensic Aspects of DNA
Analysis, June, 1989, Quantico, Va., 281-282, U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, D.C.
24. Rhea Helmuth, Nicola Fildes, Edward Blake, M.C. Luce, J. Chimera,
Roberta Madej, C. Gorodezky, Mark Stoneking, Norma Schmill,
William Klitz, Russell Higuchi, and Henry A. Erlich, "HLA-DQα Allele
and Genotype Frequencies in Various Human Populations Determined
by Using Enzymatic Amplification and Oligonucleotide Probes," Am. J.
Hum. Genet., 47, 1990, 515-523.
25. G.F. Sensabaugh and E.T. Blake, "Seminal Plasma Protein p30:
Simplified Purification and Evidence for Identity with Prostate Specific
Antigen," Journal of Urology, vol. 144, 1990, 1523-1526.
26. Rebecca Reynolds, George Sensabaugh, and Edward Blake, "Analysis of

Genetic Markers in Forensic DNA Samples Using the Polymerase
Chain Reaction," Anal. Chem., January, vol. 63, 1991, 2-15.
27. D.R. Gibson, J.R. Guydish, B.D.G. Wraxall, E.T. Blake, G. Clark, and P.
Case, "Using Forensic Techniques to Verify Self-Reports of Needle-
Sharing," AIDS, vol. 5, No. 9, 1991, 1149-1150.
28. Edward Blake, Jennifer Mihalovich, Russell Higuchi, P. Sean Walsh, and
Henry Erlich, "PCR Amplification and HLA-DQα Oligonucleotide
Typing on Biological Evidence Samples: Casework Experience," J.
Forens. Sci., Vol. 37, No. 3, 1992, 700-726.
29. George F. Sensabaugh and Edward T. Blake, "DNA Analysis in

Biological Evidence: Applications of the Polymerase Chain Reaction,"
Chapter 7 in Handbook of Forensic Sciences, ed. R. Saferstein, Prentice-
Hall, New Jersey, in press.
30. R.C. Castro, G. Troup, E. Blake, C. Wheeler, R. Apple, and H.A. Erlich,
"Analysis of HLA-Class II Alleles by PCR/Oligo Typing in Various
Native American Populations," Abstract #784, Am. J. Hum. Genet., vol.
53, No. 3, 1993.
31. J.S. Waye, P. Newall, E.T. Blake, J.M. Williamson, and D.H. Bing, “A
Review of the DNA Evidence in the Case of Guy Paul Morin,”
Abstract, Can. Soc. Forens. Sci. J., Vol. 28, No. 4, 1995, 255.
32. J.S. Waye, E.T. Blake, J.M. Williamson, and D.H. Bing, “DNA Evidence
in the Christine Jessop Homicide Case,” Can. Soc. Forens. Sci. J., Vol. 31,
No. 1, 1998, 55-62.
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PRESENTATIONS AT SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS
1. Edward T. Blake and D.J. Dillon, "Microorganisms and the

Presumptive Tests for Blood," Fall semiannual seminar of the
California Association of Criminalists, October, 1971.
2. Edward T. Blake, Paul J. Cashman, and John I. Thornton, "Qualitative

Analysis of Lysergic Acid Diethylamide by Means of the 10-Hydroxy
Derivative," Spring semiannual seminar of the California Association
of Criminalists, May, 1972.
3. Edward T. Blake, Donald L. Lofgren, and G.F. Sensabaugh,

"Distribution of Acid Phosphatases in Human Tissues," Spring
semiannual seminar of the California Association of Criminalists, May,
1974.
4. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Esterase D Polymorphism in

Bloodstains," Fall semiannual seminar of the California Association of
Criminalists, October, 1974.
5. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Protein Polymorphisms in

Human Semen," presented as part of a symposium on rape
investigation, Fall semiannual seminar of the California Association of
6. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Differential Expression of

Amylase Loci [Amy1 and Amy2] in Human Body Fluids and
Secretions," May semiannual seminar of the California Association of
7. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Protein and Enzyme

Polymorphisms in Human Semen," Seventh International Meeting of
Forensic Sciences, Zurich, Switzerland, 1975.
8. Kevin Caldwell, Edward T. Blake, and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Sperm

Diaphorase: Genetic Polymorphism of a Sperm-Specific Enzyme in
Man," Fall semiannual seminar of the California Association of
9. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "The Biochemical Genetics of

Semen and the Investigation of Rape," Western Regional Meeting of
the American Chemical Society, October, 1975.
10. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Expression of Genetic Markers

in Human Semen," American Academy of Forensic Sciences,
Washington, D.C., February, 1976.
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11. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Haptoglobin Typing of

Bloodstains by SDS Gel Electrophoresis of Immunoprecipitates,"
Spring semiannual seminar of the California Association of
Criminalists, May, 1977.
12. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Genetic markers in Human

Semen: Quantitative Levels of Polymorphic Proteins," American
Chemical Society, Chicago, August, 1977.
13. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Genetic Markers in Human

Semen: III. Expression of Glyoxalase Activity in Seminal Plasma and
Sperm," Spring semiannual seminar of the California Association of
14. G.F. Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and D. Northey, "Modification of PGM

Isozyme Patterns in Semen Contaminated with Saliva," Spring
1978.
15. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Synthesis and Clean-up

Procedures for 4-Methylumbelliferone Phosphate," Spring semiannual
seminar of the California Association of Criminalists, May, 1978.
16. G.F. Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and D. Northey, "Modification of PGM

Isozyme Patterns in Semen Contaminated with Saliva," American
Academy of Forensic Sciences, Atlanta, February, 1979.
17. Edward T. Blake, "Concurrent Typing of Gc and Tf on Agarose Gels,"

Fall semiannual seminar of the California Association of Criminalists,
October, 1979.
18. Edward T. Blake and the Northern California Biology Study Group,
"Human Hair Comparison: A Blind Trial Experiment," Fall semiannual
seminar of the California Association of Criminalists, October, 1979.
19. Keith E. Inman, G.F. Sensabaugh, and E.T. Blake, "The Genetic
Relationships of the Prostatic, Seminal, and Vaginal Acid
Phosphatases," American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Atlanta,
February, 1980.
20. George F. Sensabaugh, Jan Bashinski, and E.T. Blake, "Rates of Drying
of Vaginal Swabs," Spring semiannual seminar of the California
Association of Criminalists, May 1980.
21. George F. Sensabaugh, Jan Bashinski, and E.T. Blake, "Titers of ABH
Blood Group Substances in Human Semen," Spring semiannual
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22. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Survival of

Markers in Preserved Semen Samples," Spring semiannual seminar of
the California Association of Criminalists, May, 1980.
23. George F. Sensabaugh, Jan Bashinski, and E.T. Blake, "Rates of Drying
of Vaginal Swabs: An Update," Fall semiannual seminar of the
California Association of Criminalists, November, 1980.
24. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Levels of

Genetic Markers in Vaginal Fluids," Fall semiannual seminar of the
California Association of Criminalists, November, 1980.
25. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "A Systematic
Approach to the Analysis of Semen Evidence," Fall semiannual
seminar of the California Association of Criminalists, November, 1980.
26. Mary Gibbons, E.T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "A
Systematic Approach to the Analysis of Semen Evidence: Case
Reports," Fall semiannual seminar of the California Association of
Criminalists, November, 1980.
27. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "A Systematic Approach to the
Analysis of Semen Evidence," American Academy of Forensic Sciences,
Los Angeles, February, 1981.
28. George F. Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and Jan Bashinski, "Titers of ABH
Blood Group Substances in Human Semen," American Academy of
Forensic Sciences, Los Angeles, February, 1981.
29. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Levels of

Genetic Markers in Vaginal Fluids," American Academy of Forensic
Sciences, Los Angeles, February, 1981.
30. George F. Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and Jan Bashinski, "Acid Phosphatase
Stability in Dried Semen Stains is a Function of Stain
'Dryness',"American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Los Angeles,
February, 1981.
31. George F. Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and Jan Bashinski, "Rates of Drying
of Vaginal Swabs," American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Los
Angeles, February, 1981.
32. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "The Quantitative
Acid Phosphatase Test: An Indicator for Decision Making in the
Analysis of Semen Evidence," American Academy of Forensic Sciences,
Los Angeles, February, 1981.
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33. Peter D. Barnett, E.T. Blake, and R.R. Ogle, "The Role of the
Independant Expert: Several Case Examples," American Academy of
Forensic Sciences, Los Angeles, February, 1981.
34. Edward T. Blake, "Recent Research in the Forensic Analysis of Semen,"

Northwest Association of Forensic Scientists, Missoula, March, 1981.
35. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Considerations

on the the Analysis of Semen Swab Evidence," Canadian Society of
Forensic Sciences, Toronto, August, 1981.
36. Edward T. Blake, James Kearney, Mark Stolorow, and Brian Wraxall
[panelists], Serology Panel Discussion, combined seminar of the
California Association of Criminalists and the Northwest Association
of Forensic Scientists, October, 1981.
37. Gary Harmor, Brian Wraxall, and E.T. Blake, "Multisystem Approach to
Red Cell Black Population Markers: Group IV," combined seminar of
the California Association of Criminalists and the Northwest
Association of Forensic Scientists, October, 1981.
38. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Purification and
Serological Studies on Two Lectin Specificities from Ulex europeus
Seeds: A Preliminary Report," combined seminar of the California
Association of Criminalists and the Northwest Association of Forensic
Scientists, October, 1981.
39. Edward T. Blake, Mary Gibbons, Jan Bashinski, and G.F. Sensabaugh,
"Comparative Stabilities of Markers in Semen," combined seminar of
Association of Forensic Scientists, October, 1981.40. Edward T. Blake,
Mary Gibbons, Jan Bashinski, and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Population
Survey and Stability Studies of p30 in Semen," combined seminar of
Association of Forensic Scientists, October, 1981.
41. George F. Sensabaugh, Howard Graves, E.T. Blake, and Jan Bashinski,
"Development of an Elisa Assay for Human Seminal p30," American
Academy of Forensic Sciences, Orlando, February, 1982.
42. Edward T. Blake, Mary Gibbons, Jan Bashinski, and G.F. Sensabaugh,
"Comparative Stabilities of Markers in Semen," American Academy of
Forensic Sciences, Orlando, February, 1982.
43. Edward T. Blake, Mary Gibbons, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski,
"Population Survey and Stability Studies of p30 in Semen," American
Academy of Forensic Sciences, Orlando, February, 1982.
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44. Edward T. Blake, "Progressive Desialidation of Human Transferrin,"

combined meeting of the Interamerican Congress of Forensic Sciences
and the California Association of Criminalists, Sacramento, November,
1982.
45. Edward T. Blake, "Transferrin: A Potential Diagnostic Indicator of

Desialidation Reactions in Blood," combined meeting of the
Interamerican Congress of Forensic Sciences and the California
Association of Criminalists, Sacramento, November, 1982.
46. Mary Gibbons, E.T. Blake, and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Lewis A and B Levels
in Vaginal Fluid: A Preliminary Study," combined meeting of the
Interamerican Congress of Forensic Sciences and the California
Association of Criminalists, Sacramento, November, 1982.
47. Edward T. Blake, "Progressive Desialidation of Human Transferrin,"

American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Cincinnati, February, 1983.
48. Edward T. Blake, "Transferrin: A Potential Diagnostic Indicator of

Desialidation Reactions in Blood," American Academy of Forensic
Sciences, Cincinnati, February, 1983.
49. Edward T. Blake, "Biochemical Analysis of Sexual Assault Evidence:

Current State of the Art," guest lecture, American Academy of Forensic
Sciences, Cincinnati, February, 1983.
50. Edward T. Blake, "Comparative Stability of Semen Proteins and Other

Genetic Markers," guest lecture, Forensic Science Symposium on the
Analysis of Sexual Assault Evidence, FBI Academy, Quantico,
Virginia, July, 1983.
51. Edward T. Blake, work shop instructor, "Prostate Antigen/p30 and

Prostatic Acid Phosphatase," Forensic Science Symposium on the
Analysis of Sexual Assault Evidence, FBI Academy, Quantico,
Virginia, July, 1983.
52. Marty Blake, Jan Bashinski, and E.T. Blake, "Serology Hanging by a
Thread," American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Anaheim, February,
1984.
53. Edward T. Blake, Charles E. Cook, Jr., and Jan Bashinski, "PGM Survival
in Actively and Passively Dried Vaginal Swabs: Studies on Case
Specimens," Spring semiannual seminar of the California Association
of Criminalists, May, 1985.
54. Edward T. Blake, C.E. Cook, Jr., and Jan Bashinski, "Distribution of
Amylase Activity in Vaginal Swabs: Studies on Case Samples," Spring
1985.
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55. Edward T. Blake, C.E. Cook, Jr., and Jan Bashinski, "Semen and Saliva
Revisited: Reversal of PGM Degradation in Mixtures by Reducing
Agent," Spring semiannual seminar of the California Association of
56. Jan Bashinski, E.T. Blake, and C.E. Cook, Jr., "The Detection of
Spermatozoa on Vaginal Swabs from Victims of Sexual Assault: The
ER versus the Crime Lab," Spring semiannual seminar of the California
Association of Criminalists, May, 1985.
57. Jan Bashinski, E.T. Blake, and C.E. Cook, Jr., "A Profile of the Medical
Case Histories of Sexual Assault Victims in Oakland," Spring
1985.
58. Edward T. Blake, C.E. Cook, Jr., and Jan Bashinski, "Evidence that
'Vaginal Peptidase' Is a Bacterial Gene Product," Spring semiannual
59. Edward T. Blake, "Detection of Antisperm Antibodies: A Case Report,"

Spring semiannual seminar of the California Association of
60. Edward T. Blake, C.E. Cook, Jr., and Jan Bashinski, "A Gram Modified
Christmas Tree Stain," Spring semiannual seminar of the California
Association of Criminalists, May, 1986.
61. Edward T. Blake, "Desialidation of Gc Variants," Spring semiannual

62. Edward T. Blake, C.E. Cook, Jr., and Jan Bashinski, "Evidence that
'Vaginal Peptidase' Is a Bacterial Gene Product," American Academy of
Forensic Sciences, San Diego, February, 1987.
63. Edward T. Blake, "Detection of Antisperm Antibodies: A Case Report,"

American Academy of Forensic Sciences, San Diego, February, 1987.
64. Edward T. Blake, C.E. Cook, Jr. and Jan Bashinski, "Inter- and Intra-
Individual Variation in the Levels of ABO Blood Group Substances in
Human Semen," American Academy of Forensic Sciences, San Diego,
February, 1987.
65. Edward T. Blake, C.E. Cook, Jr. and Jan Bashinski, "Inter- and Intra-
Individual Variation in the Levels of Acid Phosphatase and p30 in
Human Semen," American Academy of Forensic Sciences, San Diego,
February, 1987.
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66. Edward T. Blake, "Sexual Assault Evidence: The State of the Art," guest
lecture, International Association of Forensic Sciences, Vancouver,
August, 1987.
67. Edward T. Blake, "Serology Evidence Collection and Technique," guest

lecture, National Association of Medical Examiners, San Francisco,
September, 1987.
68. Edward T. Blake, "Scientific and Legal Issues Raised by DNA Analysis,"
guest lecture, DNA Seminar, California Association of Crime
Laboratory Directors, November, 1987.
69. Edward T. Blake, "Use of PCR/Dot Blot for Dried Stain and Hair
Analysis," guest lecture, DNA Technology in Forensic Science, FBI
Academy, Quantico, June, 1988.
70. Edward T. Blake, "Reporting of Data to the Forensic and Legal

Communities," panel discussion on Formulation and Design of
National DNA Data Bases and Information Management, guest
lecture, DNA Technology in Forensic Science, FBI Academy, Quantico,
June, 1988.
71. Edward T. Blake, "DNA Amplification and Typing from Aged

Biological Evidence," An International Symposium on the Forensic
Aspects of DNA Analysis, FBI Academy, Quantico, June, 1989.
72. R. Madej, R. Helmuth, P. Louie, G. Horn, E.T. Blake, and Henry Erlich,
"HLA DQα Allele Frequencies Determined by PCR and
Nonradioisotopic Dot-Blot ASO Analysis," An International
Symposium on the Forensic Aspects of DNA Analysis, FBI Academy,
Quantico, June, 1989.
73. Edward T. Blake, guest lecturer, Symposium on Forensic DNA

Analysis, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers,
Washington, D.C., March, 1990.
74. Edward T. Blake, "Experience with PCR Analysis in Criminal

Investigation," guest lecture, DNA and the Law, State University of
New York at Stony Brook, April, 1990.
75. Gary Sims, Lance Gima, Kenneth Konzak, Jennifer Super-Mihalovich,

and Edward T. Blake, "The Recovery, Amplification, and DQα Typing
of DNA from Partially Cremated Human Remains," Spring semiannual
76. Edward T. Blake, “A Worldwide Map of the DQα Gene,” Spring

1994.
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77. Edward T. Blake, “The Role of DNA Evidence in Defense of the

Wrongly Convicted”, guest lecture, Association in Defense of the
Wrongly Convicted, International Symposium, May 4-6, 1995, Toronto.
78. Jennifer S. Mihalovich and Edward T. Blake, “Quantitative

Determination of Non-Sperm DNA in the Semen of Aspermic Males
and It’s Potential Use as a Genetic Marker in Sexual Assault
Investigation,” Spring semiannual seminar of the California
Association of Criminalists, May 9-13, 1995.
79. Jennifer S. Mihalovich and Edward T. Blake, “PCR Based DNA

Diagnostic Analysis of Familial Dysautonomia [FD] from Hair,” Spring
semiannual seminar of the California Association of Criminalists, May
9-13, 1995.
80. John S. Waye, Pamela Newall, Edward T. Blake, Janice M. Williamson,

and David H. Bing, “A Review of the DNA Evidence in the Case of
Guy Paul Morin,” Canadian Society of Forensic Science, September 29,
1995, Toronto, Canada.
81. Edward T. Blake, “Molecular Genetics and Violent Crime,” Neyman

Seminar guest lecture, Department of Statistics, University of
California, Berkeley, October, 1995.
82. Edward T. Blake, “The Application and Development of PCR in

Forensic Science as Illustrated by the Case of Armando Quintanilla,”
guest lecture, Northern California American Society for Microbiology,
November 16, 1996, San Jose, CA.
83. Edward T. Blake, guest panelist, “Is Something Wrong? Judge for
Yourself: An Interactive Panel Discussion on the O.J. Simpson Case,”
Semi annual Seminar of the California Association of Criminalists,
October 8-11, 1997.
84. Edward T. Blake, guest witness, Crown Commission on Proceedings

Involving Guy Paul Morin, Toronto, November, 1997.
85. Edward T. Blake, guest lecture, First Canadian Symposium on DNA

Forensic Evidence, October 17, 1998, Toronto, Canada.
86. Edward T. Blake, guest lecture, “Understanding DNA,” National

Conference on Wrongful Convictions & the Death Penalty, November
13-15, 1998, Chicago.
87. George F. Sensabaugh, George “Woody” Clarke, Peter Neufeld, James

Lockyer, and Edward T. Blake, Moderator, “The Role of Peer Review
and Disclosure in Forensic Science Practice,” Semi annual Seminar of
the California Association of Criminalists, May 12-15, 1999, Oakland,
CA.
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88. Edward T. Blake and James Lockyer, guest lecture, Second Canadian
Symposium on DNA Forensic Evidence, October 2, 1999, Osgoode Hall
Law School, York University, Toronto, Canada.
89. Edward T. Blake, “The Trial within the Trial,” guest lecture, DNA and
Human Rights, Human Rights Center, University of California,
Berkeley, April 27, 2001.
MEMBERSHIP IN PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES
1. California Association of Criminalists
2. Sigma Xi [Research Socienty of North America]
3. American Society of Human Genetics
4. American Association for the Advancement of Science
5. New York Academy of Sciences
6. American Academy of Forensic Sciences
7. Northwest Association of Forensic Scientists
WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE FORENSIC SCIENCES
1. Paul L. Kirk & Associates, 1969-1970.
2. Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office Criminalistics Laboratory, intern,

1971-1972.
3. Teaching Assistant, Forensic Science Program, University of California,

Berkeley, 1971-1972.
4. Graduate Research Fellow, University of California, Berkeley, 1973-

1975.
5. Research Assistant, University of California, Berkeley, 1975-1977.
6. Consultant in Forensic Biology, 1975-present.
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Dr. Edward T. Blake

Litigated PCR DNA COURT CASES
CASE NAME CASE CLIENT TELEPHONE

NO. NO.
Pennsylvania v. Pestinikas 86-048 Ernest D. Preate,Jr, DA [717] 963-6717
First DNA case in the U.S. Now Attorney General for state
of Pennsylvania
Kansas v. Jimmy L. Searles 88-104 John Bork, Assist. Att. Gen. [913] 296-2215
Affirmed on appeal [State v. Searles,
246 Kan. 567 (1990)].
PCR analysis not raised as an issue
on appeal.
Texas v. David Lopez 88-079 Terrence Keel, DA [512] 473-9400
Texas v. Tyrone Fuller 88-059 Tom Wells, DA [214] 737-2413

Affirmed on appeal. Kary Ashmore, DA
Tyrone Leroy Fuller v. State of
Texas, 827 S.W. 2d 919 [1992]
People [CA] v. Martinez 88-121 Don Goldsobel [defense] [818] 995-0801

Successfully opposed by LA DA's Dino Fulgoni, DA [now judge] [213] 974-5986
Office
Texas v. Ronald S. Trimboli 88-075 Robert Gill, DA [817] 334-1918

Affirmed on appeal. Alan Levy, DA
Ronald Steven Trimboli v. State of
Texas, 817 S.W. 2d 785 [1991].
Florida v. Robert Beeler Power 88-126 Jon B. Morgan, DA [407] 847-1500
Virginia v. Timothy Spencer 88-125 Warren von Schuch, DA [804] 748-1221

Conviction affirmed on appeal to the Donald R. Curry, Senior [804] 786-4624
Virginia Supreme Court Assistant Attorney General
[Spencer v. Commonwealth, 393
S.E.2d 609 (Va. 1990)]
Texas v. Jeffrey Balawajder 88-068 Charles Brandenberg, DA [817] 334-1827
Illinois v. Gary Dotson. 88-144 Mark Stolorow [815] 727-5301

Rape conviction vacated and charges Illinois State Police
dismissed based on PCR analysis. Division of Forensic Services
First post conviction exoneration by
a DNA analysis.
Texas v. Matthew Clarke 89-249 Lee Gabriel, DA [now judge] [817] 565-8556
Conviction affirmed on appeal.
State v. Mathew Clarke, 813 S.W.
2nd 654 [1991]
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NO. NO.
Pennsylvania v. Lloyd James 89-290 Carol Shelly, public defender [215] 348-6509
Work conducted for public defender; Dale Reichley, DA
work product subpoenaed by [215] 348-6316
prosecutor
People [CA] v. William Mello 88-230 Stuart Sachs, public defender [714] 684-3222
Unsuccessfully opposed by
Riverside Co. DA's Office
New York v. Jeffrey Williams 88-237 Larry Wiest, DA [518] 445-7977
Texas v. Frank B. McFarland. 88-046 St. Clair Theodore, DA [817] 334-1668

Affirmed on appeal. McFarland v.
State 845 S.W. 2d 824 [1992]
Texas v. Richard Danziger 89-264 Claire Dawson Brown, DA [512] 473-9400
Colorado v. Vincent Groves 89-267 Steven L. Bernard, DA [303] 659-7720
People [CA] v. Theodore Scott 89-414 Stanley Granville, defense [213] 608-1655
RFLP elimination [Cellmark] for attorney
Prosecution; PCR elimination for
Defense. No Frye Hearing;
defendant acquitted.
South Dakota v. Carl Stevens 89-445 Jeff Larson, public Defender [605] 335-4242
Typing compatible with victim's
husband.
Florida v. Timothy Ray Perry 90-009 Michael Bowen, DA [407] 269-8112

Typing compatible with victim's
boyfriend. Evidence admitted by
stipulation.
Ohio v. Harvey Stafford 90-060 Oliver Hasenflue, defense [216] 623-5646

Suspect eliminated as sperm donor. attorney
Case dismissed with prejudice by
State.
People [CA] v. Paul Mack 89-257 George Williamson, DA [916] 440-5857

PCR testing successfully opposed by
the defense in extensive Kelly/Frye
Hearing
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Oregon v. Robert Lyons 90-006 Ken Feldman, DA [503] 687-4261
PCR analysis admitted after an
extensive relevancy hearing.
Decision affirmed on appeal.
State of Oregon v. Robert Wallace
Lyons, CA A68348, Nov. 17,1993.
Ohio v. Steve M. Durbin 88-078 Ronald Collins, DA [216] 364-8811

PCR analysis admitted after a
relevancy hearing
Wisconsin v. Robert Wirth 89-289 Norman Gahn, DA [414] 278-4646

relevancy hearing
Texas v. Ector Garza 89-405 Charles Brandenberg, DA [817] 334-1827

Frye/relevancy hearing
Michigan v. Lamont Marshall 89-436 William A. Forsyth, Prosecuting [616] 774-3577

PCR analysis admitted after a Attorney
Davis/Frye hearing
Michigan v. Albert Lee 90-026 Mike Christensen, Prosecuting [616]774-3577

PCR analysis admitted after a Attorney
Davis/Frye hearing [People v. Lee, 212
Mich. App. 228, 537 N.W. 2d (1995)].
Washington v. Jonathan Gentry 88-179 Brian Moran, DA [206] 876-7174

PCR analysis admitted after an
extensive Frye hearing. Affirmed on
appeal. State v. Jonathan Lee Gentry,
No. 58415-0, 1/6/95.
Ohio v. David Penton 89-355 Jim Slagle, [614] 382-9242

PCR analysis admitted after a Prosecuting Attorney
relevancy hearing. Affirmed on
Appeal [State v. David Penton, 1993
Ohio App. LEXIS 1937]
People [CA] v. Armando Quintanilla 88-014 Martin Murry, DA [415] 363-4636

PCR analysis admitted after a 89-429 Mark Boessenecker, DA
Kelly/Frye hearing. Original suspect
eliminated by PCR analysis.
Quintanilla convicted at a jury trial.
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People [CA] v. Jessie R. Moffett 79-094 Al Barrett, DA [619] 531-3184
PCR analysis admitted after a George Woody Clarke, DA
Kelly/Frye hearing.
People [CA] v. LaPeer Moore 90-177 Daniel Lamborn, DA [619] 531-4113

Kelly/Frye hearing based on Mack
and Moffett transcripts. Defendant
plead guilty after hearing.
People [CA] v. Julian Covington 90-073 Kim Kruglick, Defense Attorney [415] 383-5030
PCR analysis admitted unopposed.
Analysis conducted for prosecution;
result implicated co-defendant.
West Virginia v. Glen Dale Woodall 89-374 Lonnie Simmons, Defense [304] 342-0133
[see State v. Woodall, 385 S.E.2d Attorney
253 (W.Va. 1989)]
Conviction and sentence vacated
based on PCR analysis after a
Frye/Habeas Corpus hearing over
the vociferous opposition of the
State. Prosecutorial misconduct
revealed in post conviction
investigation [In the Matter of an
Investigation of the West Virginia
State Police Crime Laboratory,
Serology Division, 438 S.E. 2d 501
(W.Va. 1993)]. Prosecutor charged
with violation of legal ethics June
29, 1994 [Before the Committee on
Legal Ethics of the West Virginia
State Bar, I.D. No. 92-02-188]. Sgt.
Fred Zain indicted for perjury,
Marion County, West Virginia, July
22, 1994.
Donald Good convicted as the

Huntington Mall Rapist April 1,
2011 based on fingerprint and DNA
evidence.
New Jersey v. Richard C. Williams 90-112 Anthony G. Simonetti, [609] 984-6500

PCR analysis admitted after a Frye Deputy Attorney General
hearing. [State v. Williams, 252 N.J.
Super. 369]
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NO. NO.
Washington v. George Russell 90-172 Jeff Baird, Prosecuting Attorney [206] 296-9000
PCR analysis admitted after a Frye
hearing. Affirmed on appeal to
Washington State Supreme Court,
No. 60673-1, October 13, 1994
Alabama v. Tyrone Bennett 91-288 Dan Taliaferro, Defense Attorney [205] 834-1180
limited Frye hearing.
Nebraska v. Kenneth Davis 91-304 Linda Caster Senff, Deputy [402] 444-7040
PCR analysis admitted by County Attorney
stipulation. Work done for DA;
work product benefited defendant.
U.S. v. Terry Nazarenus [South 91-258 Mikal Hanson, U.S. Attorney [605] 224-5402
Dakota]. PCR analysis admitted
without objection.
People [CA] v. Daryl Johnson 90-196 Alfred Giannini, DA [415] 553-1752

PCR analysis admitted at trial
without objection.
Texas v. David Lopez [Retrial] 88-079 Terry Keel, DA [512] 473-9400

PCR analysis admitted at a
relevancy hearing.
People [CA] v. Fred Amos 92-426 Michael Candela, Defense [510] 682-5074
PCR analysis admitted at penalty Attorney
phase of trial without objection.
Defendant eliminated as sperm
source in an uncharged alleged prior
consistent act.
People [CA] v. Jessie R. Moffett 79-094 Al Barrett, DA [619] 531-3184

Retrial
New Jersey v. Jeffrey Dishon 90-115 S. Allan Stacey, Prosecutor [908] 577-8786
PCR analysis admitted at a Frye
Hearing.
Michigan v. Joseph McMillan, Jr. 88-148 Frank Simone, Prosecutor [517] 483-6231
Hearing
People [CA] v. Tulk 90-110 Donna Daley, DA [916] 245-6330

Kelly/Frye Hearing.
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NO. NO.
South Dakota v. Donald Eugene 90-117 Jeff Masten, Prosecutor [605] 987-2717
Moeller
Hearing.
Kansas v. Joe C. Jones. 91-226 David Gottlieb, Professor of Law [913] 864-5571
PCR elimination admitted at a Ronald E. Wurtz, Public
Frye/Habeas Corpus Hearing. Defender [913] 296-1833
Conviction vacated after defendant
in prison for 6.5 years. Charges
dismissed by the State.
Washington v. Daniel Christianson. 92-435 Mike Hogan, Prosecutor [206] 296-9000

Hearing.
People [CA] v. Joey Jerome 92-398 Grady M. Davis, Defense [916] 342-7119
Sutherland. Attorney
PCR analysis admitted at a Ronald Fahey, Deputy DA [916] 823-5662
Kelly/Frye Hearing. Analysis
conducted for prosecution; result
arguably benefited co-defendant.
Result advanced by co-defendant.
Nebraska v. Asa Carter. 91-314 Donald W. Kleine, Prosecuting [402] 444-7047

PCR analysis admitted at a Attorney
relevancy hearing.
Florida v. James Bonner. 91-328 W. Jack Jordan [904] 521-4333

PCR analysis admitted at a Assistant State Attorney
relevancy hearing.
New York v. Kerry Kotler. 90-027 Peter Neufeld, Attorney [212] 406-2868
Rape conviction vacated and charges Barry Scheck, Attorney [212] 790-0368
dismissed based on PCR analysis
after defendant spent 11 years in
prison.
U.S. v. Christian Davis. 92-475 Ctn. Jeff Smith, Attorney [206] 967-7022
PCR Analysis admitted at court Fort Lewis, WA.
martial trial without objection.
People [CA] v. Bryan Jones. 90-010 George Clarke, DA [619] 531-3184

PCR analysis admitted at a 90-144 Jeff Dusek, DA
Kelly/Frye preliminary hearing. 90-156
Conviction and death sentence 90-203
affirmed in all respects [57 Cal.4th
899]. Decided August 26, 2013.
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NO. NO.
People [CA] v. James Wade. 91-273 Dave Rubin, DA [619] 531-4298
Child sexual abuse charges 91-274
dismissed with a judicial finding of
factual innocence based on a PCR
analysis.
People v. Cleophus Prince, Jr. 92-462 Dan Lamborn, DA [619] 531-4203

Kelly/Frye Hearing. See also
Cleophus Prince, Jr. v. Superior
Court, 92 Daily Journal D.A. R.
11417
Washington v. Ralph H. Nelson 92-410 Susan J. Noonan, Prosecuting [206] 296-9000

PCR analysis admitted at a Frye Attorney
Hearing.
New Jersey v. John DeMarco. 92-487 Michael J. Rogers, Defense [908] 722-4100
Exculpatory PCR analysis admitted Attorney
at a jury trial based on prior court
ruling [State v. Williams, 252 N.J.
Super. 369].
Kansas v. Harold Hill 93-583 Debra Barnett, DA [316] 383-7281

hearing.
Maryland v. Kirk Bloodsworth 92-508 Robert E. Morin, Attorney [202] 638-6700

Defendant originally convicted and
sentenced to death in 1984.
Conviction overturned and
defendant sentenced to life on retrial.
Conviction vacated and defendant
released after nine years in prison
based on a PCR analysis replicated
by the FBI.
Virginia v. Walter Mickens 92-478 Howard E. Gwynn, Prosecutor [804] 244-0941

PCR analysis admitted at trial based Richard C. Kerns, Prosecutor
on Spencer v. Commonwealth, 393
S.E. 2d 609 [Va. 1990]
Texas v. Jeffrey Dillingham. 93-598 Alan Levy, DA [817]884-1400

PCR analysis admitted at trial
unopposed.
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Nebraska v. Timothy I. Miller. 92-560 John Thomas, County Attorney [402] 288-4202
PCR analysis admitted at trial based
on a Frye Hearing and State v.
Houser, 490 NW 2nd 168 [1992].
PCR analysis repeated by Cellmark
for the defense.
Iowa v. Ricky Wagner. 92-529 Thomas Miller, Assistant [515] 281-3648

PCR Analysis admitted at Trial. Attorney General
Arizona v. Robert Tankersley 92-503 Mary White, Prosecutor [602] 329-2260

PCR Analysis admitted at a Frye
Hearing. Affirmed by Arizona
Supreme Court, March 12, 1998.
[1998 Ariz. Lexis 23]
People [CA] v. Richard Lynn 90-180 William Mitchell, DA [909] 275-5451

Martin. Joint Prosecution and
Defense Analysis [Riverside].
PCR Analysis admitted at trial by
stipulation.
Washington v. Joe Macom. 93-571 Tim Bradshaw, Prosecutor [206] 296-9523

PCR Analysis admitted at a Frye
Hearing.
Kansas v. Stanton Holt. 93-633 Chris Biggs, County Attorney [913] 762-4343
PCR Analysis [DQa & PM]
admitted at trial by stipulation after
defense review.
Kansas v. Milton T. Colbert. PCR 93-597 David Kaufman, DA [316] 383-7281

analysis admitted at preliminary
hearing after defense review.
Kansas v. Lyle C. Sanders. 93-596 Mona Furst, DA [316] 383-7281

PCR analysis admitted at trial after
defense review.
People [CA] v. Bryan Jones. 90-010 George Clarke, DA [619] 531-3184

PCR analysis admitted at trial based 90-144 Jeff Dusek, DA
on Prelim. record. PCR based PM 90-156
analysis admitted mid-trial. 90-203
People [CA] v. Willy Jimenez. 93-675 Rick Good, DA [415] 363-4636

Kelly/Frye hearing.
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People [CA] v. Harvey Brumfield. 94-742 Al Hymer, Public Defender [510] 272-6625
Death penalty litigation dismissed Tom Orloff, DA
based, in part, on joint Rockne Harmon, DA [510] 268-7565
prosecution/defense PCR analysis.
Kansas v. Michael C. Matson. 93-606 Kim T. Parker, DA [316] 383-7281

PCR analysis admitted at trial after
defense review.
People v. Amos Dwayne Stevenson. 93-673 Dennis Bauer, DA [714] 541-7638

Kelly/Frye hearing.
Ohio v. Brian Piszczek. Conviction 94-748 Barry C. Scheck, Attorney [212] 790-0377
vacated and charges dismissed based Timothy Dobeck, Prosecutor [216] 443-7730
on DQa and PM PCR analysis,
September, 1994.
Virginia v. Edward M. Honaker. 93-637 Barry C. Scheck, Attorney [212] 790-0377

Absolute Pardon granted October
21,1994, after 10 years in prison
based on DQa and PM PCR
analysis. Originally sentenced to 3
life terms plus 34 years.
Alaska v. Scott Brodine. PCR 94-799 David Weber, Public Defender [907] 264-4420
analysis admitted at trial unapposed.
Kansas v. Milton Colbert. 93-597 David Kaufman, DDA [316] 383-7281

hearing at trial.
People [CA] v. Gregory 91-357 Rod Pacheco, DDA [909] 275-5447

Demetrulius. DQa and PM PCR
analysis admitted at a Kelly/Frye
hearing.
Her Majesty the Queen [Canada] v. 88-223 James Lockyer, Appellate [416] 598-1327
Guy Paul Morin. Directed aquittal Counsel
by Appellate Court supported by the
Crown based DQa and PM PCR
analysis after two trials and 10 years
of litigation.
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NO. NO.
New York v. Terry Leon Chalmers. 93-638 Barry Scheck, Attorney [212] 790-0377
Rape conviction vacated based on
DQa and PM PCR analysis after 8
years in prison.
People [CA] v. Gomez 94-762 Berkley Brannon, DA [408] 755-5070

PCR analysis of DQa, PM, and
D1S80 admitted at trial without
objection.
Washington v. Clifton Prince. 95-872 Howard Schneiderman, DA [206] 296-9478

PCR analysis of DQa, PM, and
D1S80 admitted at triat based on
prior appellate cases.
People [CA] v. David Bennett. 94-831 Ruanne Castro, DDA [510] 646-5335
PCR based DQa & PM analysis
admitted at trial after a Kelly/Frye
hearing.
Baylor v. Estelle, Warden. 94-821 Alene Games, Deputy Attorney [213] 897-2369
On Habeas Corpus. Convictions General
reversed in Federal District Court Michael Meza, Appellate
[CV-91-3752-KN] based on Counsel
ineffective assistance of counsel
after a review of serology evidence.
Grant of Writ affirmed on appeal to
the Ninth Circuit [Baylor v. Estelle,
(9th. Cir. 1996) 94 F.3d 1321]
Wisconsin v. Matthew Dirden. 92-485 Gary J. Schuster, DA [414] 746-2284

PCR analysis admitted at trial.
People [CA] v. Damone Johnson. 93-685 Martin Murry, DA [415]363-4475

PCR based DQa and PM analysis Robert Foiles, DA
admitted at a Kelly/Frye Hearing.
People [CA] v. Charles Miller. 95-906 Phyllis M. Franks, DDA [510] 313-1030
PCR based DQa and D1S80 analysis
admitted at trial unopposed.
People v. David Shore. 95-948 Martin Murray, DDA [415] 363-4009

PCR based DQa, PM, & D1S80 Sandra Vanderveen, DDA
analysis admitted at a Kelly/Frye
Hearing
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Washington v. Frederick Stephens. 95-893 Howard P. Schneiderman [206] 296-9478
PCR based DQa & PM analysis
admitted at trial based on prior
appellate cases.
Illinois v. Rolando Cruz. 88-072 John J. Kinsella, State’s Att. [708] 682-7050
Directed acquital in a Court trial Robert Kilander, State’s Att.
after presentation of State’s case
based in part on PCR DQa and PM Matthew Kennelly, Att. [312] 263-0345
analysis. Defendant previously Larry Marshall, Prof. [312] 503-7412
sentenced to death in two jury trials. Tom Breen, Att.
Pennsylvania v. Vincent Moto. 95-850 Erika Kreisman, Attorney [412] 391-4305

Conviction vacated based in part on
PCR DQa and PM analysis after 9
years in prison.
Arizona v. Byron Finley. 94-775 Teresa Sanders, DCA [602] 506-3411

PCR based DQa analysis admitted at
a Frye Hearing.
People [CA] v. John Curtis Dodson. 95-966 Jay Glaser, Attorney [310] 983-3130
Case dismissed based on PCR DQa
& PM analysis of sperm.
Ohio v. David Myers. 89-297 William Schenck, Prosecutor [513] 376-5250

PCR based DQa analysis admitted at
trial based on prior appellate
decisions.
People [CA] v. Gloria Doheny. 95-860 Susan Etezadi, DA [415] 363-4636

DQa, PM, & D1S80 admitted at trial
unopposed.
Florida v. Thomas E. Robinson. 93-659 Patricia Garagozlo, DA [407] 633-1907

DQa analysis admitted at trial based
on prior appellate decisions.
People [CA] v. Henry Glover. 95-910 Jim Anderson, DDA [510] 272-6222
PCR based DQa, PM, and D1S80
analysis admitted at trial unopposed.
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People [CA] v. George Franklin. 96-038 Martin Murray, ADA [415] 363-4009
Case dismissed after defendant spent 96-039
6 years in prison based, in part, on
DQa and PM analysis.
Highly publicized “repressed
memory” case where resurrected
memory of allegedly related murders
impeached by DNA analysis.
People [CA] v. Jeffrey McDonald 96-099 Jean Skilling, DDA [510] 313-1030
and Jamie McLean. PCR based
DQa and PM analysis admitted at a
“3rd” prong Kelly Hearing.
Michigan v. Timothy Rosencrantz. 91-390 Dan Stamos, DPA [810] 257-3279

PCR based DQa and PM analysis
appellate decisions. Original case
suspect eliminated despite a claimed
hair “match”.
New York v. Victor Ortiz. 95-935 Barry Scheck, Appellate [212] 790-0377
Conviction vacated and defendant Attorney
released from prison after 13 years
based on PCR DQa, PM, and D1S80
analysis.
U.S. [Air Force] v. Arthur Bray. 95-954 Hugh B. Lunsford, Maj. USAF [805] 277-2208
PCR based DQa, Polymarker, and
D1S80 analyses admitted at trial.
People [CA] v. Herbert Moore. 95-957 David Hollister, DDA [510] 272-6269
appellate decisions.
Oklahoma v. Timothy Durham. 96-034 Richard O’Carroll, Appellate [918] 584-4192

Conviction vacated and new trial Counsel
ordered based, in part, on PCR based Barry Scheck, Appellate Counsel [212] 790-0377
DQa and polymarker analysis. Case
dismissed December 9, 1997.
People [CA] v. Gardie Stigars 95-946 James P. Meehan, DDA [510] 272-6243
Guilty Plea based in part on PCR
based DQa, PM, and D1S80
analysis.
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Nevada v. Mark Allen Reynolds. 96-091 John S. McGimsey, DDA [702] 738-3101
Guilty plea based, in part, on PCR
based DQa and PM analysis.
Washington v. Timothy Cronin. 95-886 Patricia Eakes, SPA [206] 296-9529

People [CA] v. Daniel Louis Troy. 96-054 Joe Motte, DDA [510] 646-4565
admitted in a court trial.
South Dakota v. Donald Moeller, 90-117 Scott Abdallah, State’s Attorney [605] 987-5732
retrial. PCR based DQ analysis
decisions by the South Dakota State
Supreme Court.
Washington v. Michael Roberts. 95-886 Patricia Eakes, SPA [206] 296-9529

PCR based DQ and PM analysis
decisions by the Washington State
Supreme Court.
People [CA] v. Robert Miller. 95-955 Tom Rogers, DDA [510] 272-6233
PCR based DQ , PM, and D1S80
analysis admitted at trial based on
prior appellate decisions.
People [CA] v. Jon White, Jr. and 93-665 Richard Titus, DDA [408] 299-7400
Scott White. PCR based DQ and John Vaugh, Defense Attorney [408] 299-7752
PM analysis admitted at trial as a
prosecution and defense joint
investigation.
Washington v. Mat Bachmeier. 96-141 Jeffrey Baird, SPA [206] 296-9521

PCR based DQ , PM, D1S80, and
XY analysis admitted at trial
unopposed.
People [CA] v. Theron Roberts. 95-956 Sara Horn, DDA [510] 272-6225
prior appellate court decisions.
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NO. NO.
People [CA] v. Jorge Soto Madriz. 96-146 Jesus Valencia,Jr., Defense [408] 294-5393
PCR based DQ and PM exclusion Attorney
employed to resolve litigation by
plea.
People v. Michael Martinez. 91-237 Ken Burr, DDA [510] 272-6281

PCR based DQ , PM, and D1S80 Rock Harmon, DDA [510] 268-7565
admitted at penalty phase trial
unopposed.
Washington v. Daryl Beckham. 97-223 Jim Whisman, SDPA [206] 296-9515

Guilty Plea based in part on PCR
DQ and PM analysis.
Regina [Canada] v. David Milgaard. 95-905 James Lockyer, Attorney [416] 598-1811
Defendant convicted of 1969
rape/murder, spent 23 years in
prison. Exonerated by PCR based
STR analysis conducted at the FSS
Laboratory, Wetherby, England.
Serial rapist Larry Fisher known to
police in 1969 inculpated by DNA
analysis. Fisher convicted of this
rape/murder November 22,1999.
People [CA] v. Carven Evans and 97-185 John McDougal, Def. Attorney [510] 849-0898
Ralph Lee. Exculpatory PCR based
DQ and PM analysis admitted at
trial unopposed.
People v. Eugene Sykes. 96-151 Phyllis Franks, DDA [510] 646-4533

PCR based DQ , PM, and D1S80 96-152
analysis admitted at trial. 96-172
Washington v. Willie Haggerty. 97-184 Ronald Clark, DPA [206] 296-9503

analysis admitted at trial after a brief
admissibility hearing.
People v. Keith Thomas. 95-910 Jim Anderson, DDA [510] 272-6222

prior appellate opinions.
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Illinois v. Ronald Jones. 97-220 Gary Prichard, Attorney [312] 886-0570
Defendant convicted and sentenced Richard Cunningham, Att. [773] 472-0096
to death for 1985 rape/homicide Barry Scheck, Att. [212] 790-0377
[156 Ill. 2d 255]. Matt Kennelly, Att. [312] 263-0345
Conviction vacated in 1997 based on
DQ and PM PCR DNA analysis.
All charges dismissed with prejudice
May 17, 1999.
People [CA] v. James Cavitt. 97-245 John L. Grandsaert, DDA [415] 363-4003
appellate court rulings.
Nebraska v. Herbert Hopkins. 96-084 Don Kleine, County Attorney [402] 444-7040
analysis admitted at trial after an
People [CA] v. Leonard Grogan and 97-273 Jeff Rose, SDA [916] 440-6649
Dustin Lujan. PCR based DQ ,
PM, and D1S80 analysis admitted at
trial unopposed.
People v. Maxx Wilson. PCR based 97-197 Lisa Novak, DDA [650] 363-4782
DQ and PM analysis admitted at
trial.
Washington v. Terry Jackson. PCR 97-291 Gary Ernsdorff, DPA [206] 205-7426
based DQ and PM analysis
admitted at trial.
Washington v. Dennis Smith. 95-982 David Seeley, DPA [360] 699-2261

analysis admitted at trial.
People [CA] v. Troy Rhodes. 97-253 Ken Missud, DDA [510] 272-6222
analysis admitted at trial by
stipulation.
People [CA] v. Scott Duval. 97-248 Nancy Georgiou, DDA [925] 646-4531
PCR based DQ and PM analysis of
bone admitted at trial by stipulation.
Washington v. Gary Ackley. 97-255 Roger Davidheiser, DPA [206] 296-9506

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NO. NO.
Washington v. Kenneth Leuluaialii 97-224 Timothy Bradshaw, DPA [206] 296-9000
et al. PCR based DQ and PM
People [CA] v. Duane Hackney 89-304 Eric Kindall, DDA [916] 874-6586
PCR based DQ ,PM, and D1S80
analysis admitted at trial after a
prolonged Kelly/Frye hearing.
Washington v. Alex Baranyi 97-219 Jeffrey Baird, SDPA [206] 296-9521

Texas v. Roger Scaggs 97-297 Randy Leavitt, Attorney [512] 476-4873

Review of DQ analysis admitted at
trial unopposed.
Washington v. Joe Macom. 93-571 John Belatti, SDPA [206] 205-7445

Retrial - PCR based DQ analysis
admitted based on prior appellate
decisions.
Washington v. Robert Parker. 95-926 Regina Cahan, SDPA [206] 296-9562

Washington v. Guy Rasmussen. 96-116 Lisa Wagner, SDPA [253] 798-7747

People [CA] v. Ricky Lazenby. 96-010 Nancy O’Malley, SDDA [510] 272-6222
PCR based DQ and PM analysis 96-011
admitted at trial based on prior 96-012
appellate decisions. 96-013
96-014
Washington v. Joseph Kondro. 97-194 James Stonier, Chief Deputy [360] 577-3080
Defendant plead guilty to LWOP
and admitted to a previously
unsolved homicide based, in part, on
PCR based DQ and PM analysis.
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Illinois v. John Willis. Defendant 98-363 Greg O’Reilly, appellate counsel [312]603-0721
exonerated and conviction vacated
based on PCR analysis of STR genes
conducted in collaboration with Pam
Newall, CFS Toronto. Serial rapist
identified as a consequence of DNA
analysis. Laboratory had concealed
a potentially exculpatory ABO
analysis prior to the Willis trial.
David Hicks v. Gary Johnson 98-375 William Thompson, Attorney [949]856-0212

[Texas] on Habeas Corpus. Post Anthony Haughton, Attorney [713]953-7482
conviction testing in death penalty Margaret P. Griffey, Chief
litigation on appointment by the Capital Litigation Div.
Federal District Court. PCR based Hon. Walter S. Smith,Jr.
analysis of STR genes supports
State’s theory and removes
controversy surrounding original
DNA analysis. See S. Ford and
W.C. Thompson, “A Question of
Indentity,” CA Defender, Vol.4, No.
3, 1991, 42-48
Illinois v. Willie Enoch on Habeas 97-233 Jed Stone, Appellate Counsel [312]943-7881
Corpus. Execution postponed to Kevin Lyons, State’s Att. [309]672-6900
allow DNA testing on behalf of Hon. Robert A. Barnes
defendant based on affidavit by ETB
revealing concealment by the State.
Subsequent PCR based STR analysis
supports State’s theory.
Scott Davi v. Joseph Class on 98-322 Peter J. Neufeld, Attorney [212] 965-9380
Habeas Corpus. Post conviction Michael Butler, Attorney
PCR analysis of DQ , PM, and STR Dave Nelson, ASA
genes supports State’s theory. [Davi
v. Class, 2000, SD, 30].
www.sdbar.org/opinions/2000/
2000_030.htm
People [CA] v. Tony Ransom. 97-277 Nancy O’Malley, CADA [[510] 272-6222
Guilty pleas to all charged counts 98-342
based in part on PCR based analysis
of DQ , PM, and D1S80 genes.
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People [CA] v. Scott Fizzell. Guilty 90-015 Doug Fontan, DDA [209] 525-5550
Plea after special circumstance
allegations are dropped due in part to
analysis conducted before defendant
arrested. Original case suspects
exonerated by the DNA analysis.
[5/26/99]
West Virginia v. Larry Holdren. 98-394 Lonnie C. Simmons, Appellate [304] 342-4616
Conviction vacated June 10, 1999, Counsel
based on DQ , PM, and STR
analysis of sperm evidence after
defendant spent 15 years in prison.
Georgia v. Calvin Johnson,Jr. 98-390 Peter Neufeld, Counsel [212] 965-9380

Conviction vacated and charges Barry Scheck, Counsel [212] 790-0368
dismissed June 15, 1999, based on
DQ and PM analysis of sperm
evidence after defendant spent 16
years in prison.
People [CA] v. Duane Hackney. 89-304 Eric Kindall, DDA [916] 874-4631
PCR based analysis of DQ , PM,
D1S80, and STR genes admitted at
trial after an extensive
Kelly/Venegas hearing.
People [CA] v. Dean Wilson. 95-904 Doug MacMaster, DDA [925] 646-4625
and D1S80 genes admitted at trial
after an extensive Kelly/Venegas
hearing.
Hawaii v. Frank Pauline, Jr. 98-350 Clifford Hunt, Defense Counsel [808] 545-4050
and STR genes admitted at trial
unopposed.
New York v. Vincent Jenkins. 98-427 Eleanor Jackson Piel [212] 575-0797
Conviction vacated September 1, Barry Scheck [212] 790-0377
1999 based on STR analysis of Appellate Counsel
sexual assault evidence after
defendant imprisoned for 18 years
on rape charges.
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New York v. Keith Smith. 99-507 Susan E. Kriete, Attorney [212] 577-3446
Defendant released from prison and Legal Aid Society of NY
oral copulation charges dismissed
based on STR analysis of epithelial
cells from thigh swabs.
Wisconsin v. Bentura Martinez. 99-503 Robin Shellow, Attorney [414] 263-4488

Post conviction testing of semen Norman Gahn, ADA [414] 278-4646
evidence using PCR based STR
genes eliminates Martinez as source
of sperm from victim’s vagina; but
inculpates Martinez as source of
sperm from victim’s rectum.
People [CA] v. Shawn Crawford. 98-389 Carl E. Douglas, Attorney [310] 277-9595
PCR based analysis of STR genes
admitted at trial by stipulation.
Washington v. Anthony Waller. 99-526 Roger Davidheiser, DPA [206] 296-9477

Louisiana v. Clyde Alton Charles. 99-535 Barry Scheck, Appellate Counsel [212] 790-0377
On Habeas Corpus. Defendant
convicted of rape and sentenced to
life in prison without possibility of
parole. Conviction vacated and
charges dismissed after 18 years in
prison on 12/17/99 based on STR
analysis of spermatozoa from
victim’s vaginal swabs. Analysis
replicated by the FBI laboratory.
Georgia v. Kenneth Cotton. On 99-590 Barry Scheck, Appellate Counsel [212] 790-0377
Habeas Corpus.
Cotton convicted of one rape wherin
State’s theory encompasses three
separate rapes by the same assailant.
from all three victim vaginal slides
supports State’s theory.
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New York v. Donald Guido. 98-372 Barry Scheck & Jane Siegel [212] 790-0377
On Habeas Corpus. PCR based Greene, Appellate Counsel [212] 790-0375
analysis of STR genes supports
State’s theory.
People [CA] v. Herman Atkins. 99-556 Jane Siegel Greene [212] 790-0375
On Habeas Corpus. Conviction Barry Scheck [212] 790-0377
vacated after 14 years in prison Peter Neufeld, [212] 965-9380
based on a PCR analysis of STR Appellate Counsel
genes, February 18, 2000.
Conventional serology evidence
misrepresented at trial.
Wisconsin v. Leland Jarvey. 96-002 John P. Jakowski, DA [920] 448-4190

PCR based analysis of DQ and PM John Luetscher, DDA
genes from Sperm on Vaginal Slide
Admitted at Trial. Rape/Homicide
occurred in 1971; initial suspect
exonerated by DNA analysis.
People [CA] v. Troy Rhodes. 97-253 Allison Danzig, DDA [510] 670-5159
PCR based analysis of STR genes Hon. Harry R. Sheppard, Judge
from blood stains admitted at trial by
stipulation.
New York v. James O’Donnell. 99-606 Lori Shellenberger, Appellate [212] 577-3495
Defendant convicted of a ttempted Counsel
sexual assault in 1997. Released on Jonathan Silberman, Deputy [718] 876-5826
bail April 27, 2000 based on PCR Chief, State Appeals Bureau
analysis of STR genes from
bitemark on hand and fingernail
scraping cellular debris.
Washington v. Craig Barfield. 98-357 Steve Fogg, SDPA [206] 296-9266

PCR analysis of DQ , PM, and STR
genes admitted at trial after
contentious admissibility hearing.
Massachusetts v. Neil Miller. 99-597 Jane Siegel Greene [212] 790-0375

Rape conviction vacated May 10, Peter Neufeld [212] 965-9380
2000, based on PCR analysis of STR Barry Scheck [212] 790-0377
genes from extensive semen stains Appellate Counsel
prison. Actual assailant, Larry
Taylor, pleads guilty to three rapes
August 5, 2005.
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People v. Darron Hart. PCR Based 97-236 Morris Jacobson, DDA [510] 272-6222
analysis of DQ , PM, and STR
genes admitted at trial.
Illinois v. Lavern McDonald. 99-567 Greg O’Reilly, Public Defender [312] 603-0721
Post Conviction Testing of PCR
based STR genes fails to eliminate
defendant as spermatozoa source.
Illinois v. Darryl Moore. 00-673 Greg O’Reilly, Public Defender [312] 603-0721
Post Conviction Testing of PCR
based STR genes fails to eliminate
defendant as spermatozoa source.
Wisconsin v. Ralph Armstrong. 89-411 Barry Scheck [212] 790-0377

Conviction reversed. Analysis of Appellate Counsel
DQ , PM, and STR genes
demonstrates that spermatozoa on
homicide victim’s bathrobe
originates from victim’s boyfriend
after a 10 year attempt to obtain
boyfriend reference sample. Re-
prosecution abandoned August 20,
2009.
Wisconsin v. Keith Banks. 00-624 Jane Siegel Greene [212] 790-0375

Post Conviction Testing of STR Barry Scheck [212] 790-0377
genes from spermatozoa on victim’s Peter Neufeld [212] 965-9380
oral and facial swabs fails to Appellate Counsel
eliminate defendant as sperm source.
People [CA] v. Anthony Horcasitas. 00-692 Alfred Brandi, DPD [510] 670-5013
from blood at crime scene supports
defendants claims of self defense.
Plea agreement to voluntary
manslaughter obtained based on this
DNA analysis by the defense.
People [CA] v. Eric Manganaan. 99-494 Kathryn Meola, DDA [650] 363-4688
Defendant pleads guilty to sexual
assault of a child based on PCR
analysis of STR genes from semen
and blood on a mattress cover.
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Texas v. Roy Criner. 00-610 Michael Charlton, Esq. [713] 572-2333
Pardon granted after PCR analysis of Barry Scheck, Esq. [212] 790-0377
STR genes from cigarette butt and Gail McConnell, ADA [936] 539-7907
rectal swab exonerate defendant.
Texas v. Ricky McGinn. 00-699 Barry Scheck, Esq. [212] 790-0377

Execution reinstated after PCR Maurie Levin, Esq. [512] 320-8300
based analysis of STR genes from Lee Haney, DA
spermatozoa fails to eliminate
McGinn as spermatozoa source.
People [CA] v. Bowcutt. PCR based 91-285 Jo Graves, SDAG [916] 324-5261
DQ , PM, and D1S80 admitted at
trial after an admissibility hearing.
Kansas v. Bowman. Defendant 99-577 Paul Morrison, DA [913] 715-3001

pleads guilty to sexual assault based
on PCR analysis of STR genes from
blood on suspect’s shoe.
Indiana v. Kevin Netherlain. 88-156 Robert E. Springer, Prosecuting [812] 268-6008

Defendant pleads guilty to Attorney
rape/homicide based on PCR
analysis of DQ and PM genes from
spermatozoa.
People [CA] v. Saeed Khatibi. 00-652 Christopher Plourd, Defense [619] 615-6200
Joint prosecution and defense Counsel.
analysis of STR genes from blood Al Barret, DDA [619] 531-4238
and cellular debris admitted at trial
by consent.
Illinois v. Daniel Holland. On 00-646 Lawrence C. Marshall, [312] 503-7412

Habeas Corpus. Post conviction Professor of Law
spermatozoa on vaginal slide fails to Thomas Gainer, Jr., ASA
eliminate defendant as spermatozoa
source.
Washington v. Frank Nordlund. 00-672 Carla B. Carlstrom, DPA [206] 205-6205

PCR Based Analysis of STR genes Brooke Burbank, DPA
from spermatozoa on victim’s
vaginal swabs compatible with
boyfriend. Admitted at trial
unopposed.
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People v. Carleton Cook. 99-586 Susan Etezadi, DDA [650] 363-4636
PCR Analysis of STR Genes
appellate cases.
Wisconsin v. Leland Jarvey. PCR 96-002 John P. Zakowski, DA [920] 448-4190

based analysis of DQ & PM genes
from 25 year old sexual assault
evidence admitted at trial.
Texas v. Chris Ochoa and Richard 89-264 C. Bryan Case, ADA, Austin [512] 473-9400
Danziger. Ochoa Conviction for the [see also Barry Scheck, Appellate [212] 790-0377
Rape and Murder of Nancy DePriest Counsel]
vacated January 16, 2001, after a
from a tiny DNA extract stored 12
years after the original investigation.
Ochoa spent 12 years in prison.
Original conviction based on a
coerced confession which also
implicated Danziger.
People [CA] v. David Frediani. 00-733 Valerie Summers, DDA [760] 806-4004
PCR Analysis of STR genes from
fingernails admitted at trial after
admissibility hearing. Frediani
accused of murdering his prior
sexual assault victim to silence her at
retrial. Affirmed on appeal January
29, 2003.
Illinois v. Eddie Adams, on Habeas 00-683 Kathleen Zellner, [630] 955-1212

Corpus. Appellate Counsel
PCR analysis of STR genes from
spermatozoa on vaginal swab fails to
support defendant’s claims of factual
innocence
Ohio v. Norman Buckner, on Habeas 00-711 Jane Siegel Greene & [212] 790-0375
Corpus. Barry Scheck
PCR based analysis of STR genes Appellate Counsel
from a low level of spermatozoa on
a vaginal slide fails to produce a
successful genetic analysis of
spermatozoa
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Washington v. Allen Gregory. 99-545 John Neeb, DPA [253] 798-6502
PCR based analysis of STR genes Mary Robnett, DPA
from spermatozoa admitted at trial
based on prior appellate court
decisions.
Massachusetts v. Kenneth Waters. 00-628 Jane Siegel Greene & [212] 790-0375
Conviction for murder vacated Barry Scheck
March 15, 2001, after spending 20 Appellate Counsel
years in prison based on an STR
analysis of assailant’s blood at the
crime scene. First post conviction
exoneration based on a DNA
analysis of blood stain evidence.
Texas v. Richard Danziger. 89-264 C. Bryan Case, ADA, Austin [512] 473-9400
Danziger Conviction for the Rape [see also Barry Scheck, Appellate [212] 790-0377
and Murder of Nancy DePriest Counsel]
vacated March 28, 2001, after a PCR
based analysis of STR genes from a
tiny DNA extract stored 12 years
after the original investigation.
Danziger spent 12 years in prison.
Original conviction based on a
coerced confession from Ochoa
which also implicated Danziger.
Illinois v. Patrick Johnigan. 00-637 Gregory W. O’Reilly, DPD [312] 603-0721

Death Penalty allegations dismissed
and plea obtained after a PCR based
spermatozoa eliminates Johnigan as
the spermatozoa source.
Washington v. Charles Adams. 00-657 Scott O’Toole, SDPA [206] 296-9668

Alleged sexual assault by police
officer. PCR based analysis of STR
genes from sexual assault evidence
admitted at Court trial by stipulation
after defense review.
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Illinois v. Sidney Collins, On 01-793 Hon. William Wood, Judge
Habeas Corpus. PCR based analysis Brendan Max, Esq. [773] 869-2423
of STR genes from spermatozoa Thomas Gainer, SA [773] 869-7628
fails to support defendant’s claims of
factual innocence.
Missouri v. Fred Hamilton, On 01-815 Jane Siegel Greene [212] 790-0375

Habeas Corpus. PCR based analysis Venessa Potkin &
of STR genes from spermatozoa Barry Scheck
fails to support defendant’s claims of Appellate Counsel
factual innocence.
People v. Ronnie Sherrors. 00-713 Steven Wadler, DAPD [619]446-2936

from blood and habitual user
evidence admitted at trial
unopposed.
Michigan v. Michael John Hicks, 99-508 Barry C. Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
On Habeas Corpus. PCR based Peter J. Neufeld, Esq.
analysis of STR genes from Venessa Potkin, Esq
spermatozoa on pillowcase fails to
innocence.
Alabama v. Danny Joe Bradley, On 01-849 Barry C. Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
Habeas Corpus. PCR based analysis Venessa Potkin, Esq.
of STR genes from spermatozoa on Jane Siegel Greene, Esq.
bedding fails to support defendant’s
claims of factual innocence.
Hines v. Calderon [CA]. Death 98-421 Scott W. Williams, Esq. [510] 841-5056
Penalty, On Habeas Corpus. Mary Louise Frampton, Esq. [510] 642-4474
from blood stains fails to support
defendant’s claims of factual
innoncence.
People [CA] v. Donald Cullen. 01-808 David R. Broady, SDDA [530] 889-7000
Joint analysis of STR genes from
buttocks swab admitted at trial
unopposed.
People v. Charles Crawford. 01-794 Morris Jacobson, SDDA [510] 272-6243

PCR Based analysis of STR genes
from tissue admitted at trial after
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Ohio v. Anthony Green, On Habeas 00-731 Barry C. Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
Corpus. Defendant convicted of Venessa Potkin, Esq.
rape and robbery in 1988 and Jane Siegel Greene, Esq.
sentenced to 50 years in prison
based, in part, on false serology
evidence. Conviction vacated
October 18, 2001, based on PCR
spermatozoa.
Washington v. Robert Wentz. 00-708 Roger Davidheiser, SDPA [206] 296-9477

Guilty Plea in rape/homicide Patricia Eakes, SDPA
investigation based, in part, on a
spermatozoa and blood.
People v. Tamecus Reed. PCR 99-547 Robert H. Gold, DDA [916] 874-5818
based analysis of STR genes from
spermatozoa admitted at trial
unopposed in rape/murder case.
Washington v. Jeremiah Pharms. 01-783 Michael Lang, SDPA [206] 8898

Guilty plea after a PCR based
analysis of STR genes from blood.
Illinois v. Omar Sanders. 00-759 Kathleen Zellner, Esq. [630] 955-1212

Conviction for the rape/murder of 00-675
Lori Roscetti vacated Dec. 5, 2001,
based on PCR STR analysis of
sexual assault evidence.
Exculpatory forensic serology
evidence concealed at trial. Actual
Roscetti killers arrested Feb. 7,
2002, based on a tip from one of
their brothers and DNA evidence.
Illinois v. Larry Ollins. 00-758 Kathleen Zellner, Esq. [630] 955-1212

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Illinois v. Calvin Ollins. 00-760 Kathleen Zellner, Esq. [630] 955-1212
Illinois v. Marcellius 00-675 Kathleen Zellner, Esq. [630] 955-1212

Bradford.Conviction for the
rape/murder of Lori Roscetti vacated
Dec. 5, 2001, based on PCR STR
analysis of sexual assault evidence
and induced false confession.
Alabama v. Eddie Lee Foster. 01-846 Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
On Habeas Corpus. PCR based Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
spermatozoa fails to support
innocence.
People v. Leonard McSherry. 88-168 Dennis Fischer, Appellate [310] 451-4816

Conviction for rape and kidnapping Counsel
of child vacated 12/28/01 based on
PCR analysis of DQ & STR genes
from spermatozoa. Prosecution
attempted to undermine original
DQ elimination in trial court
proceedings and briefings before the
California Supreme Court. Actual
rapist identified through DNA
analysis.
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South Dakota v. Shane Luce. PCR 99-562 Mark McNeary, State's Attorney [[605] 380-9693
hair and epithelial cells from beer
can admitted at trial based on prior
Pennsylvania v. Bruce Godschalk. 01-834 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256

On Habeas Corpus. Conviction for 01-910 Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
two separate rapes vacated February Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
14, 2002, based on PCR analysis of
STR genes from spermatozoa
associated with both sexual assault
victims. Numerous Pennsylvania
appellate courts denied defendant
access to evidence for DNA testing.
Oregon v. Robert W. Lyons. On 90-006 Steven T. Wax, FPD [503] 326-2163

Habeas Corpus. PCR based analysis Barbara L. Creel, AFPD
of STR genes from hair fails to
support defendant's claim of factual
innocence. [State v. Lyons (Or. App.
1993) 863 P.2d 1303]
People v. Charles Jackson. PCR 98-405 Rock Harmon, SDDA [510] 272-6281
based analysis of DQ , Polymarker,
and STR genes from spermatozoa
links Jackson to the rape/murder of
Gail Slocomb in 1981. Jackson dies
in prison February, 2002.
based analysis of DQ , Polymarker,
links Jackson to the rape/murder of
Ann Johnson in 1975. Jackson dies
in prison February, 2002.
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fingernail clippings links Jackson to
the murder of Betty Jo Grunzweig in
1881. Estranged husband is original
suspect. Jackson dies in prison
February, 2002.
spermatozoa links Jackson to the
rape/murder of Sonia Higginbotham
in 1975. Jackson dies in prison
February, 2002.
Ohio v. Lerone McKenzie. Guilty 00-750 William Schenck, Prosecutor [937] 562-5250
plea to rape and related charges
from spermatozoa.
Massachusetts v. Benjamin LaGuer. 99-558 David Siegel, Professor [617] 422-7270

On Habeas Corpus. PCR based
defendants claim of factual
innocence.
Arizona v. Joseph DeLuca. PCR 97-295 William Clayton, DCA [602] 506-5780
based analysis of DQ , PM, and
STR genes admitted at trial based on
People [CA] v. Derrick Holloway. 96-136 Darryl Stallworth, DDA [510] 272-6244
and STR genes admitted at trial after
People [CA] v. Gerald Lee Tucker. 97-265 Kimberly Smith, SDDA [559] 733-6411
D1S80 and STR genes from
spermatozoa in 1969 rape/homicide
case admitted at trial based on prior
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People [CA] v. Ciriaco Valencia. 01-869 Elizabeth Raffaelli, SDDA [650] 363-4070
from spermatozoa and blood
People [CA] v. Joseph Pagaduan. 02-001 Kathryn Alberti, SDDA [650] 363-4688
from blood on fingernails admitted
at trial based on prior appellate
decisions.
Connecticutt v. Edward Grant. PCR 88-200 James Clark, State's Attorney [203] 789-7801
based analysis on DQ gene from
blood admitted at trial unopposed.
Original suspect excluded as blood
source.
People [CA] v. Darron Hart. PCR 97-236 Dave Cook, DDA [510] 272-6017
hair and cellular debris on ski mask
Washington v. Andra Hagins. PCR 02-005 Mark Lindquist, DPA [253] 798-6629
cigarette butts admitted at trial based
People [CA] v. Larry Christopher 92-416 Barry Grove, DDA [925] 646-4554
Graham. PCR based analysis of
DQ , PM, and STR genes from
spermatozoa in rape/murder of a
child in 1983 admitted at trial based
Tennessee v. Corey Kennerly. PCR 02-047 Mark Stewart, Esq. [931] 967-4303
based analysis of STR genes from Barry Scheck, Esq. [212] 790-0375
defendant's claims of factual
innocence.
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Washington v. Kirby Lyons. Guilty 01-887 Jim Rogers, SDPA [206] 296-8992
plea after PCR based analysis of
STR genes from victim's breast
swab. Blind analysis conducted
under court direction after problems
revealed in State laboratory analysis.
People [CA] v. Ellis Lockett. 00-622 Darryl Stallworth, DDA [510] 272-6244
from spermatozoa on slides and
panties from 1974 rape/homicide
appellate decisions. Affirmed on
appeal, People v. Ellis Lorenzo
Lockett,
A099945,www.courtinfo.ca.gov/opi
nions/nonpub.htm
Georgia v. Samuel Scott. 01-809 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256

Conviction vacated July 3, 2002, Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
after PCR based analysis of STR Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
genes from spermatozoa eliminates
defendant, co-defendant, and
boyfriend.
Georgia v. Douglas Echols. 01-809 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256

Conviction vacated July 3, 2002, Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
after PCR based analysis of STR Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
genes from spermatozoa eliminates
defendant, co-defendant, and
boyfriend.
Regina v. David Snowden. 02-004 James Lockyer, Esq. [416] 598-1811

Post conviction DNA analysis.
from blood stains fails to support
defendant's claim of factual
innocence.
Ohio v. Norman Buckner 00-711 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256

On Habeas Corpus. Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
PCR based analysis of STR genes Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
from a small quantity of
innocence.
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Kansas v. Cletis O'Quinn. 02-033 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
PCR based analysis of STR genes Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
from a small quantity of Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
innocence
Washington v. Brent Whitmore. 01-842 Jim Rogers, SDPA [206] 296-8992

from spermatozoa admitted at trial
based on prior appellate decisions.
Michigan v. Eddie Joe Lloyd. 01-884 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
On Habeas Corpus. Conviction for Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
rape/murder vacated August 26, Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
2002, based analysis of STR genes
from spermatozoa on beer bottle and
adhering paper inserted in victim's
vagina.
People [CA] v. Anthony Medina. 02-029 George Woody Clarke, SDDA [619] 531-3184
Joint prosecution and defense Stephanie Slattery, DPD [619] 338-4610
investigation. PCR Based analysis
of STR genes from spermatozoa and
cellular debris admitted at trial
unopposed.
Montana v. Jimmy Ray Bromgard, 01-822 Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
On Habeas Corpus. Conviction Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
vacated October 1, 2002. PCR Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
spermatozoa in multiple locations on
child victim's underwear eliminates
Bromgard as sperm source.
Significance of hair examination
falsely represented at trial by State
Police Crime Lab manager.
Maryland v. Bernard Webster. 03-142 Nina Morrison, Esq. (212) 364-5357

Review of conventional serology Barry Scheck, Esq. [212] 790-0375
testimony of Concepcion Bacasnot
triggers post conviction DNA testing
and exoneration.
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People [CA] v. Albert Johnson, On 02-021 Charles Hoehn III, Esq. [510] 232-5184
Habeas Corpus. Conviction vacated Hon. Peter L. Spinetta, Judge
October 3, 2002. PCR based Doug MacMaster, Esq., DDA
analysis of STR genes from Enid Camps, Esq., SDAG
Spermatozoa on victim's oral swab
eliminates Johnson as sperm source.
First post conviction exoneration
investigated under Penal Code §
1405. Actual assailant identified
based on this work through a DNA
library hit.
People v. Collin Mogan. PCR based 02-028 Elizabeth McClutchey, DDA [619] 531-3247
analysis of STR genes from small Kenneth Kaminsky, DPA [619] 338-4700
blood stains in a joint prosecution
and defense investigation admitted at
trial unopposed.
Mississippi v. Andrew Lee Harris, 02-067 Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
On Habeas Corpus. Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
PCR based analysis of STR genes Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
from spermatozoa located on or in Hon. Charles W. Pickering, Sr.,
the victim’s night gown, panties, and U.S. District Court Judge
vaginal wash fails to support
Harris’s claims of factual innocence
in the rape of S. Brown.
Washington v. Ron Webbe. 00-709 Donald J. Raz, SDPA [206] 296-9445

from spermatozoa located on
homicide victim’s vaginal and rectal
swabs admitted at trial based on
Massachusetts v. Steven Correia. 02-076 Aliza Kaplan, Esq. [212] 790-0350

On Habeas Corpus. PCR based Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
analysis of STR genes from rape
victim’s underwear fails to support
innocence.
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Washington v. Phillip Maurice 01-883 Jim Rogers, SDPA [206] 296-8992
Meadows. Defendants pleads guilty
to all charges in the murder of
Elizabeth Ann Nelson due to PCR
blood on victim’s hand.
Ohio v. Jerome Henderson, 02-111 Harry Reinhart, Esq. [614] 228-7771

On Habeas Corpus. PCR based David Stebbins, Esq. [614] 224-7291
analysis of STR genes from blood on Hon. J. Arthur Spiegel,
Henderson Coat fails to eliminated US District Court Judge
female victim. Henderson
eliminated as source of spermatozoa
from victim vaginal and rectal
swabs. Spermatozoa originate from
victim boyfriend.
Massachusetts v. Dennis Maher. 02-056 Aliza Kaplan, Esq. [212] 790-0350

Conviction vacated April 3, 2003 Barry Scheck, Esq. [212] 790-0375
after serving 19 years in prison.
from spermatozoa on victim's
panties eliminates Maher as sperm
source.
Kansas v. Eddie Lowery. 02-072 Barry Clark, Esq [785] 539-6634

Conviction vacated April 4, 2003 Barry Scheck, Esq. [212] 790-0375
after serving 10 years in prison and
11 years on parole. PCR based
spermatozoa on victim’s vaginal
swabs and sheet eliminates Lowery
as sperm source. CODIS “hit”
identifies assailant as Daniel Lee
Brewer. Brewer convicted via plea
July 16, 2011.
People [CA] v. Patterson & 02-066 Morris Jacobson, DDA [510] 272-0243
Winbush. PCR based analysis of
STR genes from blood stains
admitted at trial unopposed
Washington v. Brian Keith Lord. 91-350 Ione George, SDPA [360] 337-4957
Retrial. PCR based analysis of STR
genes from blood admitted at trial
based on prior appellate decisions.
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Texas v. Bobby Dean Kiser. On 99-588 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
Habeas Corpus. PCR based analysis Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
of STR genes from spermatozoa on
vaginal swab sticks fails to support
innocence.
Delaware v. Benjamin Crump. On 00-665 David Menschel, Esq. [212] 790-0479

the tines of victim’s pubic hair comb
factual innocence.
Louisiana v. Mark D. McGraw. On 03-144 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256

of STR genes from spermatozoa on Hon. Lewis O. Sams, Judge
victim’s vaginal swab fails to
innocence.
South Dakota v. Patrick Thielsen. 02-012 Mark McNeary, State’s Attorney [605] 626-7130
Defendant pleads guilty to 1st
degree murder and sentenced to
consecutive terms of life plus 25
years based, in part, on PCR analysis
of STR genes from blood and
spermatozoa.
Montana v. Paul Kordonowy. 03-128 John Connor, Esq, DAG [406] 444-5791
On Habeas Corpus. Conviction Peter Neufled, Esq. [212] 965-9380
vacated May 1, 2003, based on PCR
spermatozoa on bedding, underwear,
and vaginal swab remnants.
Washington v. Kim Mason. 01-817 Scott O’Toole, SDPA [206] 296-9668

from blood stain evidence admitted
at trial based on prior appellate
decisions. Missing body/murder
investigation also includes genetic
reconstruction of victim genetic
profile based on analysis of STR
genes from victim parents.
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People [CA]v. David Watkins. 02-118 Wilfrid C. Rumble, Esq., DAPD [619] 446-2932
from cellular material on penile
swab admitted at trial unopposed.
People [CA] v. Jose Umpierre. 02-102 Janet L. Smith, Esq., DDA [209] 468-2400
from spermatozoa on victim’s
vaginal and rectal swabs contributes
to guilty plea.
People [CA] v. Craig Clark. 90-151 Ron Zonen, DDA [805] 568-2300
Defendant convicted of first degree
murder.
Nevada v. Albert Lee. On Habeas 01-901 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
Corpus. Post conviction PCR based Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
spermatozoa and blood fail to
support Defendant’s claims of
factual innocence.
Missouri v. Bernard Williams. On 00-677 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256

Habeas Corpus. Post conviction Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
from hair fails to support
Defendant’s claims of factual
innocence.
Missouri v. Lonnie C. Erby. 03-177 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256

On Habeas Corpus. Conviction Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
vacated August 25,2003. Post Hon. Jimmie M. Edwards, Judge
conviction PCR based analysis of
eliminates defendant as spermatozoa
source. Actual assailant [Johnnie
Moore] identified by a CODIS cold
hit September 2011.
Arizona v. Dennis Michael White. 97-295 Bill Clayton, DCA [602] 506-3411
from cellular debris on glasses nose
pad admitted at trial based on prior
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Pennsylvania v. Nicholas Yarris. On 97-206 Christina Swarns, AFD [215] 928-0520
Habeas Corpus. Defendant Michael Wiseman, SAFD [215] 928-0520
convicted and sentenced to death for Sheldon Kovach, DDA [610] 891-4161
rape/murder in 1983. Conviction
and sentence vacated September 3,
2003, based on PCR analysis of STR
genes from cellular debris on gloves
in crime scene vehicle and under
victim’s fingernails.
Texas v. Ezell Minton, Jr. 03-182 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
On Habeas Corpus. PCR based Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
analysis of STR genes from Hon. Terry Flenniken, Judge
spermatozoa on victim’s panties and
shorts fails to support convicted
innocence.
Louisiana v. Calvin Willis. On 99-601 Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375

Habeas Corpus. Conviction for the Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256
sexual assault of a child vacated
September 19, 2003, based in part on
cellular debris on fingernails and
crime scene shorts. Defendant spent
22 years in prison.
Pennsylvania v. Admiral Perry. 92-450 John F.X. Reilly, ADA [610] 891-4161
D1S80, and STR genes from blood
stain evidence admitted at trial after
an admissibility hearing.
Montana v. Joshua Warren. 02-110 Al Avignone, Esq. [406] 582-8822

Defendant aquitted of rape based in
part on PCR analysis of STR genes
from spermatozoa on panties and
bedding.
Ohio v. Michael Tomblin. 03-150 Adrew Hunt, ADA [937] 562-5250

Defendant pleads guilty to multiple 03-153 Mark E. Adkins, Inv.
burglaries based in part on PCR 03-163
analysis of STR genes from blood
stain evidence.
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Nevada v. Raymond Flores [Also 01-894 Capt. Keith Parrella, USMC [858] 577-1433
US. v Raymond Flores]. Defendant Becky S. Goettsch, DDA [702] 455-4204
pleads guilty to sexual assault based
in part on PCR analysis of STR
genes from spermatozoa on physical
evidence.
NY v. Khuong Pham. PCR based 03-209 Billy Ponds, Esq. [202] 333-2922
analysis of STR genes from cellular
debris on ski mask admitted at trial
unopposed.
U.S. v. Andriy Lishchishyn. 03-187 Tatyana A. Edwards, Esq. [619] 699-5875

from tissue on bullet admitted at
immigration proceedings.
Washington v. Burns and Rafay. 95-887 Roger Davidheiser, SDPA [206] 296-9000
from hair and blood admitted at trial.
Georgia v. Joseph Lee Brown. Post 04-252 Hon. H. Arthur McLane [229] 333-5130
conviction DNA Testing. PCR Aimee R. Maxwell, Esq. Georgia [404] 872-8236
based analysis of STR genes from Innocence Project
spermatozoa on a vaginal slide fails
to support defendant’s claims of
factual innocence.
People [CA] v. Richard Dean 98-348 Rock Harmon, SDDA [510] 272-6281
Wilson. On July 9, 2004 defendant
pleads no contest to the 1986
rape/murder of Angela Bledsoe after
from spermatozoa on the Bledsoe
oral and vaginal swabs.
People [CA] v. Treadway, Houser, 98-422 Dan Lamborne, DDA

& Crowe. Teenage Defendants Woody Clarke, DDA [619] 531-4063
exonerated midtrial by joint PCR Summer Stephan, DDA
based analysis of STR genes from And
blood on transient Richard Tuite’s Mary Ellen Attridge, DPD [619] 236-2523
red turtleneck shirt. Blood on Tuite
shirt demonstrated to originate from
homicide victim, Stephanie Crowe.
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People [CA] v. Richard Tuite. PCR 98-422B Dave Druliner, Esq., SDAG [916] 324-5430
blood on Tuite red turtleneck shirt
proves that blood originates from
homicide victim Stephanie Crowe.
Tuite convicted of manslaughter
despite police claims that blood
transferred to Tuite shirt from police
photo tripod months after murder.
People [CA] v. Myron Howard. 03-214 Walt Krstulja, Esq. [213] 974-8239
Conviction for child sexual assault Alternate Public Defender
vacated August 19, 2004 based on
joint defense/prosecution
investigation of saliva deposit on
victim’s underpants using PCR
analysis of STR genes.
Georgia v. Clarence Harrison. 04-292 Aimee R. Maxwell, Esq. Georgia [404] 872-8236
Sexual assault conviction vacated Innocence Project
August 31, 2004, after 18 years in
prison following a “blind” PCR John Petrey, Esq. [404] 371-2565
based analysis of spermatozoa from DeKalb Co. DA’s Office
the victim’s vaginal slide.
U.S. v. Pena. Defendant Acquitted 04-246 Capt. Adam N. Subervi, Esq. [760] 830-5234
of sexual assault based in part on USMC, Defense Counsel
deposits on complainants bra and
underpants.
Georgia v. James Walraven. 04-280 Aimee Maxwell, Esq. [404] 872-8236

Defendant convicted and sentenced Georgia Innocence Project
to death where two similar
uncharged rape/homicides
introduced at trial. Defendant
eliminated as sperm source from
similar uncharged homicide based
on PCR analysis of STR genes.
After appeal fails, defendant
commits suicide in prison.
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Illinois v. Edward J. Roe. Post 04-273 Hon. Stuart H. Shiffman, Judge.
Conviction DNA testing of
spermatozoa from sexual assault Colin Starger, Esq, The
victim using PCR based analysis of Innocence Project [212] 364-5361
STR genes fails to support
innocence. Conventional serology
evidence misrepresented at trial by
the ISP.
People [CA] v. Marcos Mendiola. 04-305 Lisa Fox, Esq., DDA [619] 531-3526
PCR based analysis of STR genes Christopher Plourd, Esq. [619] 615-6200
from car door handle swabs admitted Richard Boesen, Esq.
at trial by stipulation from joint
prosecution/defense investigation.
People [CA] v. Arturo Aguilar. Plea 04-305 Lisa Fox, Esq., DDA [619] 531-3526
agreement by defendant based, in Christopher Plourd, Esq. [619] 615-6200
part, on PCR analysis of STR genes
from car door handle from joint
prosecution & defense investigation.
Louisiana v. Michael Williams. 04-327 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 790-0256

Conviction for aggravated sexual Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375
assault vacated March 11, 2005 Hon. Jimmy C. Teat, Judge
based on PCR analysis of STR genes Douglas L. Stokes, Esq., DA
from multiple semen stains on Walter E. May, Jr., Esq., DA
victim’s nightgown and robe.
Sixteen year old defendant convicted
May 21, 1981.
People [CA] v. George Cairo. PCR 05-036 Christopher Plourd, Esq. [619] 615-6200
spermatozoa in female underpants
results in case dismissal.
Wisconsin v. Ralph Armstrong. 89-411 Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 790-0375

Conviction vacated and remanded Colin Starger, Esq.
for new trial, July 12, 2005, by the And
Wisconsin Supreme Court, State v. Jerome Buting, Esq.
Ralph D. Armstrong, Case No.
2001AP2789 & 2002AP2979, based,
in part, on PCR analysis of STR
genes from spermatozoa on
homicide victim’s robe.
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Virginia v. Earl Washington, Jr. 00-690 Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
Post conviction PCR based analysis
rape/homicide victim’s vaginal
slides proves that spermatozoa
originate from convicted serial rapist
Kenneth Tinsley contrary to the
misrepresentations of the Virginia
State Crime Laboratory. Full Pardon
Granted July 3, 2007
Kansas v. Robert K. Ferguson. Post 02-104 Michael S. Holland, Esq. [785] 483-5332
conviction PCR based analysis of
STR genes from spermatozoa fails to
innocence for rape.
Florida v. Luis Diaz. 04-281 Colin Starger, Esq. [212] 364-5361

Conviction as the “Bird Road Barry Scheck, Professor [212]364-5390
Rapist” vacated August 3, 2005
from spermatozoa on a victim
vaginal swab tube. Collaborative
analysis with Brian Wraxall of
SERI. August 5, 2005, Gov. Jeb
Bush nullifies order allowing
destruction of biological evidence in
litigated criminal cases.
NJ. v. Larry Peterson. 04-231 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359

Conviction for rape/homicide Barry Scheck, Professor [212]364-5390
vacated July 29, 2005 based on PCR
spermatozoa on victim’s oral and
vaginal swabs and fingernail debris
combined with mtDNA analysis of
hair evidence. Collaborative analysis
with Brian Wraxall of SERI. All
charges dismissed 5/26/06.
People [CA] v. Steven Keesey. 05-070 Glenn Brown, Esq. [707] 445-7475
CalDOJ attempt to manufacture Conflict Counsel
female DNA on handgun barrel in
alleged foreign object rape
undermined on review.
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TN v. Harold Wayne Nichols. PCR 05-032 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
based analysis of spermatozoa from Rodney Strong, Esq.,
victim’s gown fails to support Assistant District Attorney
convicted death penalty defendant’s General
claims of factual innocence in Carroll L. Ross, Judge
rape/murder.
Washington v. Charles Clemons. 04-235 Julie Kays, DPA [206] 296-9536

Plea reached after PCR based Jimmie Hung, DPA
analysis of STR genes from trace
biological evidence fails to reveal
assailant biology.
Montana v. Zachary Shook. Settled 05-087 Todd Whipple, Esq. [406] 582-3745
by Plea. PCR based analysis of STR Chief Deputy County Attorney
genes from blood and semen
evidence.
Montana v. Tyler Hendrickson. 04-330 Mariah Eastman, Esq. [406] 582-2451

PCR Based analysis of STR genes Public Defender’s Office
from spermatozoa on child’s
underwear undermines theory of
sexual assault. Case dismissed
People [CA] v. Timothy Young and 96-110 Kathy Montajano, DDA (559) 733-6411
Donald Young. PCR based analysis
of STR genes from blood stains
admitted at trial
Virginia v. Roger Coleman. PCR 89-439 Chris Painter, Esq.

based typing of DQ gene post Peter Neufeld, Esq. (212) 965-9380
conviction fails to eliminate
Coleman as sperm source in 1990.
Post execution analysis of STR
genes from FSA DNA extracts at
CFS fails to eliminate Coleman as
sperm source in 2006.
People [CA] v. Bilji Varghese. 05-007 Chris Plourd, Esq. (619) 615-6200
PCR based analysis of STR genes Dan Williams, Esq.
from blood and cellular debris on a
shoe admitted at trial.
Florida v. Allen Crotzer. 04-308 David Menschel, Esq. (203) 671-3792

Conviction vacated 1/28/06 after
from spermatozoa eliminates
Crotzer. Defendant spent 25 years
in prison.
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Illinois v. Bennie Starks. 97-304 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
Conviction vacated on appeal from Barry Scheck, Professor [212]364-5390
Lake Co. IL [Illinois v. Starks,
Second District Court of Appeals,
No. 2-04-0671]. PCR based analysis
of STR and Y-STR genes from
spermatozoa eliminate Starks as
sperm source.
Louisiana v. Henry Isaacs. 06-135 Laurie A. White, Esq. (504) 525-1020

Post Conviction PCR based analysis Bradley E. Black, Esq.
of STR genes from spermatozoa fail Gavin Grisbaum, Esq., ADA
to eliminate defendant as the Hon. Martha E. Sassone, Judge
spermatozoa source.
Minnesota v. Hamid Wadud [aka 04-329 Julie Jonas, Esq. (651) 523-3152
Edward Cooper]. Post conviction
testing of vaginal slides and pants
crotch fails to reveal spermatozoa.
PCR based analysis of cells from
pants crotch fails to reveal male
DNA.
Tennessee v. Melvin Crump. PCR 90-035 John Zimmerman, Esq., ADA [615] 862-5542
based analysis of DQ and STR Lisa Naylor, Esq., ADA
genes from spermatozoa admitted at
trial and identify defendant as
spermatozoa source from homicide
victim’s bedding, washcloth, and
towel.
People [CA] v. Bobby Fields. 06-148 Russell K. Robinson, Esq. [619] 579-2727
Robbery charges dismissed based on
spermatozoa in sweatpants allegedly
worn by robber.
Ohio v. Karl Fugate. 04-319 William Schenck, Esq. [937] 562-5250

Defendant pleads no contest to 04-320 Suzanne Schmidt, Esq.
multiple charges of rape, Andrew Hunt, Esq.,
kidnapping, and robbery based on Office of the Greene County
PCR analysis of spermatozoa from Prosecutor
sexual assault evidence. Original
suspect exonerated by analysis.
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New York v. Alan Newton. 05-031 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
Conviction vacated July 6, 2006 Elisa Koenderman, Esq., ADA [718] 590-2323
prison. Conviction vacated based on
a PCR analysis of STR genes from
spermatozoa on vaginal and rectal
swabs.
Alabama v. LaBarron Miller. 05-077 Nina Morrison, Esq. (212) 364-5357

PCR based analysis of STR John Furman, Esq., ADA [251] 574-8400
autosomal and Y-chromosome genes
from homicide victim’s fingernails
factual innocence.
Illinois v. Juan Rivera. 05-001 Jane Raley, Esq. (312) 503-3028

Conviction vacated August 29, 2006
prison. Conviction vacated based on
a PCR analysis of small quantities of
spermatozoa recovered from child
victim’s vaginal swab remnants and
swab tube.
People [CA] v. Jeffrey Barbosa. 05-094 Dave Alavezos, Esq., DDA [559] 733-6609
from blood, spermatozoa, and
cellular debris admitted at trial in the
shooting of two police officers.
People [CA] v. Jesse Barbosa. 05-094 Dave Alavezos, Esq., DDA [559] 733-6609
from blood, spermatozoa, and
cellular debris admitted at trial via
stipulation in the shooting of two
police officers.
Louisiana v. Johnny B. Wright. 06-164 David Park, Esq., for Wright [504] 522-4766
PCR based analysis of spermatozoa Hugo Holland, Esq., ADA [318] 226-5909
recovered from victim’s pubic Hon. Ramona Emanuel, Judge
combing and nightgown fails to
innocence for rape. Uninformative
prior post conviction testing by
Orchid Cellmark.
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Illinois v. Marlon Pendleton. 06-155 Jane Raley, Esq. (312) 503-3028
Conviction for rape vacated
December 8, 2006, after a PCR
spermatozoa on victim’s slides and
vaginal swab remnants.
Collaborative analysis with Brian
Wraxall of SERI. Pendleton spent
12 years in prison.
People [CA] v. Joseph Cordova. 02-103 Dara Cashman, DDA (925) 646-4770
Profiler Plus, CoFiler, and Identifiler
STR genes from vaginal and rectal
swabs of 1979 child rape/homicide
victim admitted at trial in this Cold
Case investigation.
New York v. Napoleon and Carlos 04-279 Patrice Rouse, Esq.

Cardenas. Conviction for armed Thomas Kubic, PhD. (516) 261-2117
robbery vacated January 18, 2007,
based, in part, on PCR analysis of
STR genes from blood and tissue on
a bullet jacket.
People [CA] v. Rickey Wilson. 98-348 Rock Harmon, SDDA [510] 272-6281
from spermatozoa on oral and
vaginal swabs from 1986
rape/murder victim, Angela Bledsoe,
linked to defendant through a Cold
Hit. Defendant pleads to life
without possibility of parole.
People [CA] v. Robert Rhoades. 98-349 Rock Harmon, SDDA [510] 272-6281
PCR based analysis of DQ , PM, Angela Backers, SDDA (510) 272-6238
D1S80 and STR genes from
spermatozoa on vaginal swab,
underpants, and shirt from 1984
rape/homicide victim, Julie Connell,
linked to defendant in Cold Case
investigation. Evidence not
challenged at trial.
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People [CA] v. Derick Moncada. 98-402 Rock Harmon, SDDA [510] 272-6281
PCR based analysis of STR genes in
September 1999 from spermatozoa
on the vaginal slide from 1991
rape/homicide victim Jessica
McHenry linked to defendant
through a Cold Hit in October, 2006.
Defendant commits suicide in prison
hours after detective interview.
Missouri v. Antonio Beaver. 06-193 Nina Morrison, Esq. (212) 364-5357

State and Defense independent PCR Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 364-5390
divided blood stain swab eliminates
defendant as blood source in car-
jacking case. Defendant spent 10
years in prison based on false eye-
witness identification.
Texas v. James Curtis Giles. 00-710 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
Exonerated 4/9/07 based on PCR Barry Scheck, Professor [212] 364-5390
spermatozoa on vaginal, anal, and
oral swabs that identifies two
unknown assailants.
Virginia v. Kenneth Tinsley. 00-690B Richard E. Moore, Esq. [434] 972-4072

Defendant pleads guilty on 4/11/07 Special Prosecutor
to the rape/murder of Rebecca
Williams in a crime for which Earl
Washington, Jr. was sentenced to
death and exonerated based on the
spermatozoa on medical examiner’s
vaginal slides.
Louisiana v. Rodney J. Tolliver. 86-046 Keith A. Stutes, ADA [337] 232-5170

from spermatozoa on oral slide
admitted at trial in support of State’s
theory that defendant murdered and
sexually assaulted Yolanda Theriot
in 1986.
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People [CA] v. Robert Boyd 98-349 Angela Backers, SDDA (510) 272-6238
Rhoades. PCR based analysis of Rock Harmon, SDDA [510] 272-6281
accepted at trial without cross-
examination in death penalty
litigation. Victim, Julie Connell
raped and murdered April 20, 1984.
Trial February/March, 2007.
People v. Michael Sullivan. PCR 07-212 Kerry Steigerwalt, Esq. [619] 297-2800
teeth swab and fingernail scrapings
Florida v. Anthony Bryant. 07-242 Hilliard Moldof, Esq. [954] 462-1005

from spermatozoa, cellular debris,
and blood on pants admitted at death
penalty trial.
Missouri v. Brian Kinder. 07-239 Nina Morrison, Esq. (212) 364-5357

Post conviction PCR based analysis Barry Scheck, Esq. (212) 364-5390
of STR genes from spermatozoa
factual innocence in death penalty
litigation after botched post
conviction analysis by the Missouri
State Highway Patrol laboratory.
Ohio v. Anthony Apanovich. 91-261 Laurence Snyder, Esq., AAG [216] 787-3093
Post conviction PCR based analysis Jon Oebker, Esq. APA
of spermatozoa from homicide
victim’s oral slide fails to support
innocence.
People v. Joseph Morrow. 92-413 Jim Simpson [650] 330-6342

Defendant pleads guilty to the Menlo Park PD
murder of his wife, Donna Morrow Steve Wagstaff Esq., DA [650]363-4636
based, in part, on PCR analysis of
STR genes from blood and skeletal
remains.
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Tennessee v. Michael McCormick. 01-872 Mary Ann Green, Esq., APD [423] 634-6374
Defendant previously convicted and
sentenced to death. Conviction
overturned based, in part, on false
FBI Hair evidence. Defendant
acquitted at retrial based, in part, on
DNA analysis of fingernail
scrapings, 12/5/07. FSA report
stipulated to by State and read to the
jury.
People [CA] v. Cynthia Sommer. 07-247 Laura Gunn, Esq., DDA (619) 515-8605
Joint State/Defense post conviction Allen Bloom, Esq. for the (619) 235-0508
investigation of tissues using PCR defensant
based typing of STR genes supports
State position that tissues originate
from alleged poisoning victim.
Arizona v. Robert Towery. 05-053 Daniel Maynard, Esq. [602] 279-8500

Post conviction death penalty Jennifer Sparks, Esq.
investigation of biological material
on victim’s flex cuff bindings using
fails to reveal biology different from
the victim.
Oregon v. Osvaldo Villalobos. 07-257 Kathleen Correll, Esq. [503] 284-0763

Defendant pleads to manslaughter
from original death penalty murder
indictment based, in part, on PCR
analysis of crime scene evidence.
Louisiana v. Richard Coleman. 07-224 Alan Golden, Esq, DPD [318] 221-2220
fails to eliminate defendant and co-
defendant as sperm sources.
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NO. NO.
Louisiana v. John Doolittle. 07-226 Kirt J. Goins, Esq., AID [318] 221-2220
fails to eliminate defendant as sperm
source.
People [CA] v. Maurice Taylor. 08-282 Elizabeth McClutchey, Esq., [619] 531-3247
Joint State/Defense investigation of DDA
gun swab fails to eliminate Steven Wadler, Esq. APD [619] 446-2917
defendant as cell debris source.
Mississippi v. Kennedy Brewer. 05-082 Peter J. Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380

Post conviction death penalty Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
investigation. PCR based analysis of
STR genes from spermatozoa from
child homicide victim exonerates
defendant and identifies factual
assailant, Justin Johnson, who
confesses upon arrest. Exonerated
February 15, 2008.
Mississippi v. Lavon Brooks. 07-260 Peter J. Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380

Previously convicted and sentenced Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
to life without possibility of parole
for the murder of a child exonerated
based on the confession of Justin
Johnson in the Kennedy Brewer
case. Conviction vacated February
15, 2008. Defendant totally
exonerated March 13, 2008.
Louisiana v. Edward Kirts. 07-275 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359

Post conviction PCR based analysis Thomas R. Wilson, Esq., ADA
fails to eliminate defendant as sperm
source.
Ohio v. Sandra Johnson Matthews. 07-252 Jeff Hunter Esq., ADA [937] 376-7208
from blood deposits in ice pick
murder admitted at trial.
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NO. NO.
California v. Wheeler Wagenet. 07-253 Jan Cole Wilson, Esq. [707] 468-8096
Concocted “LDH typing“ by
CalDOJ to establish “peripheral
blood” withdrawn by the State in
alleged sexual assault where the only
fact issue is consent.
California v. Tyrone Hamel. 88-035 Karyn Sinunu, Esq., ADA (408) 792-2702
Cold hit from PCR based analysis of
1988 archived DNA preparations
employing autosomal and Y-
chromosome STR genes identifies
defendant as the source of cellular
debris from hat headband left at the
murder scene of prominent Silicon
Valley defense counsel, Gretchen
Burford. Defendant unexpectedly
pleads guilty in open court and
apologizes to the victim’s family,
January, 2008
Duncan v. Ornoski, 9th Circuit, No. 88-177 Mitchell Zimmerman, Esq. (650) 335-7228
05-99010, D.C. No. CV-92-01403-
AHS, June 24, 2008. Death
sentence vacated based, in part, on
declaratory evidence of Ineffective
Assistance of Counsel.
People [CA] v. Anthony McKnight. 98-351 Rock Harmon, SDDA [510] 272-6281
Cold Case investigation of 1985 99-561 James Meehan, SDDA (510) 272-6254
rape/murder of Beverly Bryant Mary Gibbons, OPD Lab (510) 238-2108
identifies defendant’s spermatozoa
on victim’s vaginal swab and
panties using PCR based analysis of
STR genes. Convicted September
17, 2008.
People [CA] v. Anthony McKnight. 98-352 Rock Harmon, SDDA [510] 272-6281
Cold Case investigation of 1985 99-561 James Meehan, SDDA (510) 272-6254
rape/murder of Diane Stone Mary Gibbons, OPD Lab (510) 238-2108
identifies defendant’s spermatozoa
on victim’s rectal swab and
pantyhose using PCR based analysis
of STR genes. Convicted September
17, 2008.
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People [CA] v. Mark Brown. PCR 04-332 Christopher Plourd, Esq. [619] 615-6203
based analysis of autosomal and Y- 06-140 Tracy Prior, Esq., SDDA [619] 559-1539
chromosome STR genes from
numerous evidence items admitted
at death penalty trial.
Louisiana v. Archie Williams. 08-320 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359

In post conviction testing, PCR Barry Scheck, Esq. (212) 364-5390
based analysis of STR genes
eliminates defendant as source of
spermatozoa employed at Trial.
Victim’s husband identified as
sperm source.
Edwards v. Chrysler. 08-292 Steven Purtill, Esq. [415] 986-1338

Civil suit settled, in part, based on
cells on air bag housing supporting
claims of injury.
Arizona v. James Hess. 07-215 Thomas Jacobs, Esq. (520) 628-1622

Post conviction testing eliminates
defendant as source of spermatozoa
employed at trial based on analysis
of autosomal and Y-chromosome
STR genes.
People [CA] v. Jonathan Talbott. 08-315 Christopher Plourd, Esq. [619] 615-6203
Attempted 1st Degree murder and
assault with a deadly weapon
[ADW] charges dismissed after PCR
blood on clothing supports
defendant’s claims of self-defense.
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NO. NO.
U.S. v. Tuere Barnes et al. 08-312 Alexander E. Eisemann, Esq. [914] 763-6444
Defendants acquitted of the murder
of Tasha Murray and the attempted
assassination of her boyfriend,
Christian Gilchrist, as part of
expansive RICO allegations, May
22, 2009. Acquittal based in
substantial part on PCR based DNA
analysis of blood, spermatozoa, and
epithelial cells from gloves
containing gunshot residue the govt.
intended to employ in support of its
theory. Original DNA analysis
botched by the Westchester Co., NY,
crime lab.
People [CA] v. Jose Castaneda and 06-138 Lucy Weismantel, Esq., DDA [619] 531-4022
Maria Razo. Joint State/Defense Mary Ellen Attridge, Esq., APD (619) 548-1907
investigation of blood and hair Allen Bloom, Esq.
evidence using PCR based analysis (619) 235-0508
of STR genes admitted at trial.
Ohio v. Phillip Cordell. 05-010 Mark E. Adkins, DA Investigator [937] 409-5785

Guilty plea after following PCR
numerous evidence items.
Illinois v. Brian Dugan. 88-072 Michael Wolfe, Esq., SA [630] 407-8155

Brian Dugan pleads guilty to the Joseph E. Birkett, Esq., SA [630] 407-8000
rape and murder of Jeanine Nicarico
July 28, 2009 based on PCR analysis
of DQ , polymarker, and STR
genes from spermatozoa taken from
child victim’s body. Separate death
penalty trial for sentencing.
Sentenced to death November 11,
2009
[see also Illinois v. Rolando Cruz]
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NO. NO.
Ohio v. Anthony Apanovitch. 91-261 Laurence R. Snyder, Esq., [216] 787-3093
PCR based analysis of spermatozoa Assistant Attorney General
from rape/homicide victim’s oral
swab identifies defendant as
spermatozoa source in post
conviction Habeas Corpus litigation
in Federal District Court, August 14,
2009.
People [CA] v. Roger Kibbe. On 89-262 James P. Willett, Esq. [209] 468-8307
September 29, 2009 defendant 89-261 District Attorney
confesses to multiple murders of
young women as the “I-5 Strangler”
based, in part, on PCR based DNA
typing of spermatozoa from the body
of Stephanie Brown conducted in
December 2002.
Ohio v. Thomas Siller. Conviction 06-139 Hon. Thomas McGinty, Judge

reversed June 18, 2009 [Ohio v. Colin Starger, Esq. (212) 364-5361
Thomas Siller, 2009 WL 1710702
(Ohio App. 8 Dist)] based in part on
blood spatter on accusers clothing.
Siller released from prison March,
2011.
People [CA] v. Reggie Cole. 09-383 Christopher Plourd, Esq. [619] 615-6203
Directed dismissal by trial court
based in part on PCR analysis of
cellular debris from a razor cassette
blade allegedly from inmate
defendant’s bedding.
Mississippi v. Edward Ward. 09-380 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359

Factual innocence application Staff Attorney, The Innocence
withdrawn after PCR based analysis Project.
of STR genes from low spermatozoa Laurence Mellen, Esq.
levels on 104 year old victim. District Attorney
Kenneth Thomas, Judge
People [CA] v. Emon Brown. 09-378 Tony Tamburello, Esq. [415] 431-4500
Defendant acquitted of murder after
review of SFPD DNA analysis
reveals major male DNA contributor
concealed from Grand Jury and
exposed at trial.
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NO. NO.
U.S. v. SSGT Dean B. Bah-Massey. 10-399 CPT Oren Gleich, Esq. Oren.Gleich
Defendant acquitted of aggravated @EUR.ARMY.
sexual assault and forcible sodomy MIL
following review of case facts and
DNA analyses.
Florida v. Anthony Caravella. 08-323 Diane Cuddihy, Esq. [954] 831-8814

Conviction vacated and indictment Broward County Public Defender
dismissed March 25, 2010 in 1982
rape/homicide based on PCR
spermatozoa on poorly preserved
vaginal swab remnants. Defendant
spent 26 years in prison.
Washington v. Conner Schierman. 06-179 Scott O’Toole, Senior Deputy (206) 296-9668
Defendant convicted of the murder Prosecuting Attorney
of Olga Milkin, her sister, and her 3
and 5 year old sons April 12, 2010
based, in part, on the PCR analysis
of STR genes from crime scene
blood deposits and extensive review
of prior State testing.
Miller v. Raymond Lenz [Illinois v. 08-316 Peter Neufeld, Esq. (212) 965-9380
Jerry Miller]. False conviction civil Barry Scheck, Esq.
rights suit settled June 25, 2010 for Nick Brustin, Esq.
$6.3 million where the sole litigation
issue was forensic malfeasance by
concealment of exculpatory ABO
typing data.
California v. Eddie Montanez. 10-401 Christopher Plourd, Esq. [619] 615-6203

In brutal cold case rape/murder from
1986 with multiple defendants,
Eddie Montanez convicted of
murder with a firearm and acquitted
of robbery, rape, sodomy, and oral
copulation following review of
sexual assault evidence, July 23,
2010
Texas v. Douglas Tyrone 09-356 David Schultz, Esq. [612] 672-3447

Armstrong, On Habeas Corpus.
Examination and PCR based DNA
analysis of various evidence items .
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NO. NO.
Alan Newton v. City of New York et 10-418 John Schutty, Esq. [212] 836-4796
al. Newton awarded $18.592 and
Million, November 2, 2010, in civil 05-031
rights wrongful conviction lawsuit
even after Judge grants NYME
laboratory employee immunity.
Texas v. Cornelius Dupree. 10-412 Nina Morrison, Esq. [212] 364-5357

Defendant exonerated January 4, Barry Scheck, Esq.
2011 after PCR based DNA typing
of spermatozoa from victim’s pubic
hair eliminates Dupree and co-
defendant Massingill as sperm
sources. Court declares Dupree to
be factually innocent March 2, 2011
[CCA No. AP-76-504]
Louisiana v. Kenneth Reed. Post 10-425 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
conviction DNA typing of STR Barry Scheck, Esq.
genes from multiple semen deposits Jeanne Rougeau, ADA
including vaginal swab and broom Bonnie Jackson, Judge
handle end fails to eliminate
defendant and co-defendant as
spermatozoa sources.
Texas v. George Rodriguez. 10-444 Barry Scheck, Esq. (212) 965-9380

Defendant exonerated and declared Alicia O’Neill, Esq., ADA (713) 755-0154
factually innocent of rape March 4, Hon. Belinda Hill, Presiding
2011, based on DNA typing of Judge
spermatozoa recovered from a few
slide mounted pubic hairs from
victim that identified the two actual
assailants.
Oregon v. Dale Wayne Hill. 09-372 Mark Sabitt, Esq. [541] 343-9909
Defendant Acquitted in
kidnapping/murder case for lack of
evidence, April 1, 2011. FBI and
OSP DNA Testing of skeletal
remains reviewed. Trial covered by
the Roseburg News Review.
U.S.A v. Alfred Bourgeois, On 07-227 Victor Abreu, Esq.

Habeas Corpus. Review of semen Federal Defender’s Office of
evidence in alleged child Philadelphia
rape/murder.
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NO. NO.
Louisiana v. Jeffrey Clark. Angola 08-293 Hugo Holland, Esq. [318] 226-5909
prison defendant convicted and Special Assistant DA [Caddo
sentenced to death in the murder of a Parish].
prison guard Captain based in part Tommy Block, Esq. [504] 361-2836
on the PCR based analysis of blood Special Assistant DA [Jefferson
and cellular debris deposits on Parish]
clothing and makeshift weapons,
May 16, 2011.
Illinois v. Juan Rivera, Jr. 05-001 Jane Raley, Esq. [312] 503-3028
Reversed with prejudice when the j-
Appellate Court finds that the State raley@law.north
cannot meet its burden in light of western.edu
exculpatory DNA evidence from
spermatozoa in child victim’s
vagina. [2011 IL App (2d) 091060]
Illinois v. Andre Davis. 05-089 Jane Raley, Esq. [312] 503-3028

Reversed based on exculpatory DNA j-
evidence from two spermatozoa raley@law.north
sources in rape/murder of a child. western.edu
[2012 IL App (4th) 110305]
Louisiana v. Robert Carley. Angola 08-293 Hugo Holland, Esq. [318] 226-5909
prison defendant convicted in the Special Assistant DA [Caddo
murder of a prison guard Captain Parish].
based in part on the PCR based Tommy Block, Esq. [504] 361-2836
analysis of blood and cellular debris Special Assistant DA [Jefferson
deposits on clothing and makeshift Parish]
weapons, August, 2011.
Texas v. Jonathan Reed. PCR based 10-441 Brad Lollar, Esq. [214] 384-8178
analysis of spermatozoa from
homicide victim’s public hair
eliminates defendant as spermatozoa
source.
Louisiana v. David Brown. Angola 08-293 Hugo Holland, Esq. [318] 226-5909
prison defendant convicted and Special Assistant DA [Caddo
sentenced to death in the murder of a Parish].
prison guard Captain based in part Tommy Block, Esq. [504] 361-2836
on the PCR based analysis of blood Special Assistant DA [Jefferson
and cellular debris deposits on Parish]
clothing and makeshift weapons,
October, 2011.
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NO. NO.
People [CA] v. Joseph Miller. 11-0266 Greg Elvine-Kreis, Esq. [707] 445-7634
Defendant acquitted at murder trial Humboldt County Public
following review and testing of Defender’s Office
DNA related evidence.
Booker Diggins v. Burl Cain, 12-0121 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
Warden [Louisiana], On Habeas Barry Scheck, Esq.
Corpus. Rape conviction vacated
based in part on multi-authored Peer
Review Report dated April 27, 2012,
in response to State claim that
exculpatory ABO findings on victim
vaginal swab is inherently
unreliable.
U.S. v. Roger Clemens. PCR based 12-0075 Daniel Butler, Esq. [202] 252-7881
DNA typing from cotton balls, gauze FSA File U.S. Attorney
pads, and syringe needle in a double No. 08-286
blind investigation reveals biological
material genetically compatible with
Clemens, presented at trial May 25,
2012.
Marcus Lyons v. Village of FSA File Aaron Mandel, Esq. [312] 834-3624
Woodridge, IL. et al. PCR based No. 09-365 Loevy & Loevy
DNA typing of spermatozoa
supports defendant’s false
conviction claims. Civil rights
lawsuit settled June 8, 2012, for $5
million.
Booker Diggins v. Burl Cain, 12-0121B Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
Warden [Louisiana], On Habeas Barry Scheck, Esq.
Corpus. Post conviction PCR based
DNA testing of STR genes from Hon. Frank Marullo, Judge
newly recovered victim’s Parish of Orleans
spermatozoa saturated tampon fails
to support defendant’s claims of Donna R. Andrieu, Esq.
factual innocence. Post conviction Chief of Appeals
testing of this evidence by the LSP
laboratory was fruitless.
New Jersey v. Waymon Chester. 12-0148 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
Post conviction PCR based DNA
testing of STR genes from victim’s Robert D. Laurino, Esq.
oral swab remnant produces a Essex County Prosecutor’s Office
complex mixture that fails to
eliminate defendant as a
spermatozoa source.
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NO. NO.
Louisiana v. Damon Thibodeaux. FSA File Vincent P. Lamia [504] 361-2605
Exonerated and released from death No. 10-410 Chief of Investigations, Jefferson
row September 28, 2012, in the rape Parish District Attorney.
/murder of Crystal Champagne
based in part on extensive DNA Steve Kaplan, Esq. [612] 492-7169
analysis and review of biological Barry Scheck, Esq.
evidence associated with Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
Thibodeaux [Report 1] together with
evidence associated with the victim
and her death scene [Report 2].
People v. Lance Ford. 12-0102 Linda Allen, Esq., DDA [415] 553-1211
Defendant convicted with special [FSA No.
circumstances in 1981 rape/murder 81-185]
of Anne Barcelon September 27,
2012, based in part on proof of high
levels of semen in the victim’s
vagina and the absence of semen on
her sanitary pad at crime scene.
Original suspect exonerated in
January of 1982 by conventional
serology. “Cold Hit” by SFPD lab
in 2004.
Missouri v. George Allen, Jr. On FSA File Barry Scheck, Esq.

Habeas Corpus. Court grants Writ No. 03-178 Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
and vacates defendant’s conviction
November 2, 2012 based, in part, on
impeachment of serology evidence
presented at trial. State appeal of
Writ fails.
Washington v. Robert Parker. 12-0269 Don Raz, Esq. [206] 296-9445

Post conviction DNA testing of [FSA File King County Prosecuting
archived DNA preparations from No. Attorney’s Office
rape/homicide victim’s vaginal swab 95-926]
using PCR based analysis of STR Anna Tolin, Esq. [206] 221-8411
genes fails to support defendant’s Innocence Project Northwest
claims of factual innocence. Clinic, University of Washington
School of Law
Florida v. Seth Penalver. Death 11-0382 Hilliard E. Moldof, Esq. [954] 462-1005
Penalty defendant acquitted at third [FSA File
trial December 21, 2012 based, in No.
part, on review of previously 10-414]
concealed DNA testing.
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NO. NO.
Anthony Caravella v. City of FAS File Barbara Heyer, Esq. (954) 522-4922
Miramar et al. PCR based DNA No.
analysis of spermatozoa exonerates 12-0006
Caravella in a Broward Co. Florida FSA File
rape/murder. On March 26, 2013 No.
civil rights jury awards Caravella 08-323
$7M for being framed by detectives
despite claims by forensic science
professor Bruce McCord that
exonerating DNA evidence is
unreliable.
Iowa v. John Knox. PCR based STR FAS File Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
typing of spermatozoa from 13-0083
rape/homicide victim’s bloody pubic Jennifer Miller, Esq. [641] 754-6314
comb debris and bloody pulled pubic Marshall County Attorney
hair debris further inculpates Knox
as the spermatozoa source.
Texas v. Michael Morton. FSA File Jane Siegel Greene, Esq.

Examination of semen deposits from 99-604 Barry Scheck, Esq. [212] 364-5390
victim’s bed and PCR based DNA Peter Neufeld, Esq. [212] 965-9380
typing impeaches prosecutor’s
assertion that Morton ejaculated on
victim’s body. Morton
independently exonerated in 2011.
Prosecutor Ken Anderson indicted
April 19, 2013.
California v. Abdul Shahid. FAS File Dino Paraskevopoulos, DDA [619] 531-4249
Defendant pleads guilty to child 11-0410
molestation with “penetration”
based, in part, on PCR based
analysis of STR and Y-chromosome
genes from spermatozoa on the child
victim’s partial vaginal swabs,
genitalia swabs, and thigh swabs.
Mississippi v. Curtis Clark. FAS File Nina Morrison, Esq. [212] 364-5341
PCR based post conviction DNA 12-0087 Brenda Mitchell, Esq., DDA [662] 843-8000
testing of autosomal and Y- Hon. Charles Webster
chromosome STR genes from a Judge of the 11th Circuit
robust semen deposit on the female
victim’s nightgown fails to eliminate
Clark as the semen source.
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NO. NO.
New Jersey v. Gerard Richardson. FAS File Vanessa Potkin, Esq. [212] 364-5359
Conviction vacated October 28, 13-0050 Barry Scheck, Esq.
2013 based on PCR DNA testing of
autosomal and Y-chromosome STR Timothy Van Hise, Esq.
genes from a partial bite mark swab Assistant Prosecutor
and victim’s vaginal swab sticks and
genitalia gauze swabbing. Hon. John Pursel, Judge
Defendant released from custody
October 29, 2013.
Swafford v. Florida. FSA File Celeste Bacchi, Esq. [954] 713-1284

Conviction and death sentence 05-026 Capital Collateral Regional
vacated by the Florida Supreme Counsel – South
Court, No. SC10-1772, November 7,
2013, based in substantial part on the
debunking of the State’s AP spot test
to prove semen on the victim’s
vaginal and anal swabs. Court states
FDLE employee, Keith Paul,
recognized that the AP tests he
performed were only presumptive
tests and he did not perform the
quantitative tests to confirm
whether semen was present. He
testified that although during the
trial he had agreed that “given a
vaginal area and an anal area and
[the presence of AP in both],
there would have to have been a
male organ at one or the other,” he
did not mean to say a male organ
was either at the anus or the
vagina and that he must have
misunderstood the question.
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Forensic Analytical Sciences

RESUME: Dr. EDWARD T. BLAKE

1. Birthdate: July 31, 1945.

1. Bachelor of Science [Criminalistics], University of California, Berkeley,

2. Doctor of Criminology [Forensic Science], University of California,

1. Graduate Research Fellowship [2 years], NILE & CJ, Department of Justice.

4. Service Awards, California Association of Criminalists: 1976, 1977, 1984.

5. Distinguished Member Award, California Association of Criminalists, 1985.

1. Edward T. Blake, Paul J. Cashman, and John I. Thornton, "Qualitative

2. Edward T. Blake and D.J. Dillon, "Microorganisms and the

3. Kevin Caldwell, Edward T. Blake, and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Sperm

4. Edward T. Blake and George F. Sensabaugh, "Genetic Markers in

5. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Protein and Enzyme

6. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Esterase D Typing in

7. Edward T. Blake, Genetic Markers in Human Semen, doctoral

8. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Expression of Genetic

9. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Genetic Markers in Human

10. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Haptoglobin Typing of

14. Howard C.B. Graves, George F. Sensabaugh, and Edward T. Blake,

15. George F. Sensabaugh, Jan Bashinski, and Edward T. Blake, "The

17. E.T. Blake, "Progressive Desialidation of Human Transferrin," J. For. Sci.,

19. Russell Higuchi and Edward T. Blake, "Applications of the Polymerase

20. Cecilia H. von Beroldingen, E.T. Blake, R. Higuchi, G.F. Sensabaugh,

21. Henry A. Erlich, Russell Higuchi, Cecilia H. von Beroldingen, and

23. S. Walsh, R. Higuchi, and E. Blake, "PCR Inhibition and Bloodstains,"

26. Rebecca Reynolds, George Sensabaugh, and Edward Blake, "Analysis of

29. George F. Sensabaugh and Edward T. Blake, "DNA Analysis in

PRESENTATIONS AT SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS

1. Edward T. Blake and D.J. Dillon, "Microorganisms and the

2. Edward T. Blake, Paul J. Cashman, and John I. Thornton, "Qualitative

3. Edward T. Blake, Donald L. Lofgren, and G.F. Sensabaugh,

4. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Esterase D Polymorphism in

5. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Protein Polymorphisms in

6. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Differential Expression of

7. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Protein and Enzyme

8. Kevin Caldwell, Edward T. Blake, and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Sperm

9. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "The Biochemical Genetics of

10. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Expression of Genetic Markers

11. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Haptoglobin Typing of

12. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Genetic markers in Human

13. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Genetic Markers in Human

14. G.F. Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and D. Northey, "Modification of PGM

15. Edward T. Blake and G.F. Sensabaugh, "Synthesis and Clean-up

16. G.F. Sensabaugh, E.T. Blake, and D. Northey, "Modification of PGM

17. Edward T. Blake, "Concurrent Typing of Gc and Tf on Agarose Gels,"

22. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Survival of

24. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Levels of

29. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Levels of

34. Edward T. Blake, "Recent Research in the Forensic Analysis of Semen,"

35. Edward T. Blake, G.F. Sensabaugh, and Jan Bashinski, "Considerations

44. Edward T. Blake, "Progressive Desialidation of Human Transferrin,"

45. Edward T. Blake, "Transferrin: A Potential Diagnostic Indicator of

47. Edward T. Blake, "Progressive Desialidation of Human Transferrin,"

48. Edward T. Blake, "Transferrin: A Potential Diagnostic Indicator of

49. Edward T. Blake, "Biochemical Analysis of Sexual Assault Evidence:

50. Edward T. Blake, "Comparative Stability of Semen Proteins and Other

51. Edward T. Blake, work shop instructor, "Prostate Antigen/p30 and

59. Edward T. Blake, "Detection of Antisperm Antibodies: A Case Report,"

61. Edward T. Blake, "Desialidation of Gc Variants," Spring semiannual

63. Edward T. Blake, "Detection of Antisperm Antibodies: A Case Report,"

67. Edward T. Blake, "Serology Evidence Collection and Technique," guest

70. Edward T. Blake, "Reporting of Data to the Forensic and Legal