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Forensic science’s dark side: Discover how bite mark evidence led to wrongful convictions and why its place in the courtroom is under fire. This gripping documentary exposes the flaws of forensic bite mark analysis, a practice popularized by TV crime dramas but discredited by real-world science. Follow the true stories of Keith Harward and Charles McCrory, two men whose lives were upended by expert testimony that claimed their teeth matched bite marks on crime victims. With DNA evidence later exonerating Harward and scientific studies debunking bite mark reliability, the film reveals how outdated forensic methods have sent innocent people to prison for decades. Delve into the origins of bite mark analysis, its rise in high-profile cases like Ted Bundy’s, and the shocking reality that skin does not reliably record dental impressions. Hear from researchers, lawyers, and exonerees as they challenge the myth that every set of teeth is as unique as a fingerprint. Learn about the mounting scientific and legal efforts to ban bite mark evidence, the human toll of wrongful convictions, and the uphill battle to reform the justice system. If you’ve ever trusted “CSI” science, this video will make you question what’s really happening in our courts. #ForensicScience #WrongfulConvictions #BiteMarkEvidence #InnocenceProject #KeithHarward #TrueCrimeDocumentary #JunkScience #LegalReform
