Abstract
Modern means of proof in the form of forensic evidence and electronic data has become an integral part of the law of evidence in the western legal system. For instance, medical evidence is considered conclusive in determining, inter alia, that a witness does not suffer from any abnormality of mind. It is also regarded as sufficient evidence to establish a causal connection between the taking of a drug and THE resulting damage to the complainant's health.1 Other forensic sciences, such as laboratorial testing of a blood specimen, constitute a prima facie evidence of proving paternity. The DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) test2 of semen stains3 found in the bed of a hotel room that was occupied by two persons is consid ered sufficient to sustain their conviction for fornication. Cinderella evi dence to match the soles of shoes found at the crime scene with that of
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