This authoritative book presents information on every aspect of DNA analysis, including modern interpretation methods and issues as well as contemporary population genetic models available for estimating DNA frequencies or likelihood ratios. With an emphasis on statistical analyses, this fully updated second edition links the biological, forensic, and interpretative domains of the DNA profiling field. It serves as an invaluable resource that allows forensic scientists, technicians, molecular biologists, and attorneys to use forensic DNA evidence to its greatest potential.