The Daubert test was intended to make scientific evidence admitted in courts more reliable and trustworthy – but has it?
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Where Does Science Fit in Each of the 3 Branches of US Government?
Sheeva talks about her experiences in all three branches of government in a video series.
Are Judges Gatekeepers of Science in the Courts?
Short answer: yes, judges do act as gatekeepers of scientific evidence.
Evaluating Scientific Evidence in Court with the “Daubert Test”
The “Daubert test” was introduced in 1993, as the result of a Supreme Court case, to evaluate scientific evidence in the courts.