Justice KUEHN delivered the opinion of the court:
The miracle and wonder of DNA forensic technology has assumed an ever-increasing role in our quest for truth and justice. At times, DNA can possess the power to decisively negate other evidence that suggests guilt and virtually establish a person's innocence.
Because this technology is of relatively recent origin, it was not available for use at a time when many current Illinois inmates, convicted on less infallible...
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