OJ Simpson Archives - Essay Quoll

Explain why the “CSI effect” is helpful to the parties in a criminal case. Distinguish the harmful results of the CSI effect.

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Assessments

The OJ Simpson murder trial introduced jurors, and those following the broadcast of the trial, to DNA evidence. At the time, the concept was confusing and difficult for jurors to understand. This article explains that now, juries seek DNA and other scientific evidence in cases, especially when the evidence is circumstantial. Explain why the “CSI […]

What important information/lessons did you learn as applied to proper Crime Scene Investigative techniques? Identify/describe a threat to crime scene integrity you observed ? What could/should have the CSIs done differently in this case?

Posted on September 29, 2022 by Assessments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrcd1eRBc3U&t=196s Watch this documentary OJ Simpson Trial of Century – New Detectives and then respond with your reaction to the video. What important information/lessons did you learn as applied to proper Crime Scene Investigative techniques? Identify/describe a threat to crime scene integrity you observed ? What could/should have the CSIs done differently in this case? […]

After reading through all the transcripts, write a short response, about 1 paragraph, on which witness you believe was most detrimental for the prosecution and for the defense and why.

Posted on April 10, 2021 by Ambrose

OJ Simpson Assignment Instructions Students will be required to apply their knowledge and understanding of course concepts to the OJ Simpson case. Students will use this case to analyze the conflicts and relationships among attorneys, law enforcement officers, and forensic scientists in the criminal and civil trials of OJ Simpson using the information and materials […]