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Pros And Cons Of Wayne Williams

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Wayne Williams was found guilty of the killing of two people. Even years after William’s still tries to persuade the idea of him being innocent. Just like fingerprints, hair analysis is following the same path. I think that DNA fingerprints will become bigger and more accurate of accusing killers, the use of hair analysis will decrease, but I do not think hair analysis should be taken away. It is another form of evidence to help solidify and crack down the killer. The defense could have put more emphasis on the statement that William’s parents knew his son was home and that they had the vehicle and maybe that could cause more of the idea of him being framed. If I was a juror I know that Williams reaction in the courtroom would set me on
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