Tag: Missy Woods
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The Fragile Foundation of Justice: Hunter’s Case and the Fallout from DNA Evidence Misconduct. New Legislation Seeks Justice for Defendants Impacted by Colorado Bureau of Investigation Scandal.Missy Woods Investigation: A Legacy of Misconduct Rocks the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
In 2002, Hunter, then 43 years old, was convicted of sexual assault in Jefferson County, Colorado. Today, at 64, he continues to maintain his innocence, despite spending more than two decades behind bars. His case has resurfaced in the public eye due to a federal lawsuit challenging the integrity of the evidence that led to…
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The CBI Scandal: Decades-Old Murder Case Undermined by Forensic Malfeasance. Governor Polis Establishes the Colorado Bureau of Investigation Forensic Services Committee
Issued November 22, 2024By Jared Polis, Governor of Colorado In a significant move to bolster justice and public safety, Governor Jared Polis has issued an Executive Order establishing the Colorado Bureau of Investigation Forensic Services Committee. This newly formed body aims to enhance collaboration between the Colorado Bureau of Investigation Forensic Services (CBIFS), the criminal…
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ACLU and KWIP Demand Accountability from CBI in Wake of DNA Analyst Scandal. The CBI DNA Scandal: Uncovering the Widespread Misconduct of Yvonne “Missy” Woods and the Urgent Need for Reform
On July 1, 2024, I addressed a letter to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) regarding a deeply troubling scandal involving the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Colorado Attorney General’s office, and district attorneys statewide. This scandal centers on Yvonne “Missy” Woods, a former DNA analyst at CBI, whose unethical conduct has cast a…
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