Can DNA testing help in inheritance and estate issues?
Yes, DNA testing for identity is an extremely helpful tool to assist families in settling issues regarding inheritance and to resolve disputes. There have been many cases of imposters attempting to make claims against estates, which through DNA testing were successfully eliminated. If you want to ensure your estate goes to your true heirs and protect your estate from imposters claiming to be relatives and filing claims against your estate, you can preserve your DNA for future testing. SEE DNA BANKING and DNA PROFILING. Are DNA samples admissible for legal purposes in court? While the DNA samples themselves are not admissible in court, the results obtained from tests which are conducted on the samples can be used to answer questions concerning DNA identification, i.e. inheritance and estate issues. In cases of inheritance and estate issues, is a court order required for DNA testing? You should discuss these issues with your attorney, as these are based on various circumstances. Who is t
