Assignment: The Impact of Bite Mark Evidence in the Ted Bundy Case
Objective: For this assignment, you will explore the role of bite mark evidence in the Ted Bundy case, evaluate its acceptance within the scientific community, and discuss its current admissibility in court. Additionally, you will weigh in on whether bite mark evidence should be used in court proceedings.
Instructions:
Research the Ted Bundy Case:
Discuss the impact of bite mark evidence in the Ted Bundy case.
Describe how bite mark evidence was used to convict Ted Bundy.
Scientific Community’s Perspective:
Investigate how bite mark evidence is currently regarded within the scientific community.
Discuss current viewpoints on the reliability and validity of bite mark evidence.
Include a discussion of at least one recent criminal court case (within the last 20 years) that relied heavily on bitemark evidence.  Include a discussion of the case, the outcome, and a description of how bitemark evidence was used.
Legal Admissibility:
Research the current status of bite mark evidence in court.
Is bite mark evidence still admissible in court? Provide examples of recent cases if possible.
Personal Evaluation:
Weigh in on the use of bite mark evidence in court.
Discuss whether you believe bite mark evidence should be used in criminal investigations and trials, providing reasons for your stance.
Formatting Requirements:
Your assignment should be written in 12-point Times New Roman font.
Use full and complete sentences.
Cite all sources in APA format.
Doublespace your submission.
Proofread your assignment for correct grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.