“Driving while black” refers to allegations of racism in American police, where black drivers are more likely to be stopped and subject to vehicle searches without just cause. This is due to profiling of darker-skinned Americans, a problem in the US for centuries. Notable black figures report being stopped for this reason, but law enforcement […]
Racial profiling in law enforcement is a controversial issue. Signs of racial profiling include unprofessional behavior, unsubstantiated searches, and requesting immigration status. Definitions and statutes vary, with some regions allowing it as a crime-fighting tool. Indicators of racial profiling include encounters without suspicious behavior and aggressive questioning. Subtle forms of discrimination may also occur. The […]
Gene expression profiling measures the activity levels of thousands of genes simultaneously, providing insight into how cells function. DNA microarray technology is used to measure mRNA levels in a control and experimental setting, which can be used for pure research or medical purposes, such as identifying effective drug targets for breast cancer. Gene expression profiling […]
Geographic profiling helps police catch serial violent offenders and property criminals by creating a profile of the offender and the area where the crime was committed. The Rossmo formula is used to determine where the suspect lives, works, or frequently visits. This formula has also been applied to some predatory animals, including great white sharks. […]
Criminal profiling involves developing a psychological profile of a criminal based on the crime scene. It helps label the perpetrator as organized, disorganized, or mixed, and can be used to catch psychopaths, serial killers, arsonists, and rapists. Profiling allows investigators to predict the characteristics of current and future offenders, helping to catch them before they […]
DNA profiling uses short tandem repeats (STRs) to identify individuals and can be used for law enforcement or genealogy. It is based on non-coding, unique DNA strands and can take weeks or months to complete. False results can occur due to damaged or contaminated samples. DNA profiling is a technique in which a sample of […]
Forensic profiling involves using various techniques to generate a complete picture of a crime scene, victim, and perpetrator to help investigators find and prosecute the perpetrator. It includes psychological profiling, forensic chemistry, DNA fingerprinting, and more. The process begins with examining the crime scene and evidence, and the team works together to assemble puzzle pieces. […]
Racial profiling is illegal in many countries, but it still exists. False assumptions about race or ethnicity can lead to innocent people being suspected of crimes. Racial identity should not be a factor in criminal investigations, although some argue that it can help narrow investigations. Racial profiling is the consideration of race in the early […]
