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There is surprisingly little research testing the accuracy of dog tracking evidence. What evidence exists suggests the error rate is high. See the materials in this section.

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  • Forensics Library
    • Canines Canines
      • Canine--Expert Testimony Canine--Expert Testimony
        Document *Michael Saks' Declaration Professor Michael Saks reviews research on the validity of dog sniff identification evidence. He finds the error rate is high.
        [ 11/15/02  |  Submitter: Jennifer Friedman  |  more info ]
        Document Maryland K-9 Accelerant Handler Earl Shaw--C.V. 2004
        [ Submitter: D.C. PDS  |  more info ]
        Document Canine Experts--Master List of Experts Many dog-scent experts spend a considerable amount of their study collaborating with law enforcement. Experts on this list have readily available CVs and may be usable by defense attorneys.
        [ Submitter: DC PDS  |  more info ]
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