100I
Adopted as Revised
Funding for Evidence Testing and Testimonials
ADOPTED AS REVISED
RESOLVED, That the American Bar Association urges federal, state, local and territorial governments, legislative bodies and courts to provide the funds and other resources necessary to assure that in criminal cases an accused (1) is able to obtain the testing or re-testing of evidence, when feasible, by qualified experts who meet appropriate accreditation and certification requirements, and (2) is provided expert testimonial or other assistance when necessary to assure a fair trial or sentencing proceeding.
ADOPTED AS REVISED
RESOLVED, That the American Bar Association urges federal, state, local and territorial governments, legislative bodies and courts to provide the funds and other resources necessary to assure that in criminal cases an accused (1) is able to obtain the testing or re-testing of evidence, when feasible, by qualified experts who meet appropriate accreditation and certification requirements, and (2) is provided expert testimonial or other assistance when necessary to assure a fair trial or sentencing proceeding.
