St. Thomas Law Review
First Page
387
Document Type
Article
Abstract
This Article examines the prerequisites required before results of statistical or econometric studies based upon empirical data should be admitted into evidence in light of the Supreme Court of the United States' decision in McCleskey v. Kemp. In addition, it reviews other cases in which results of statistical studies were considered are reviewed to define and describe the methods applied. Moreover, to determine whether proper safeguards exist to justify their role in the American Justice System, the Article examines the inherent tension between traditional judicial fact-finding and admitting results of quantitative studies based on empirical data as evidence.
Recommended Citation
John M. Tyson,
Presumed Guilty until Proven Innocent: Using Results of Statistical or Econometric Studies As Evidence,
10
St. Thomas L. Rev.
387
(1998).
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