This was a jury note in an actual gun and drugs trial. Can you guess what they really wanted?
A quick google search of D+A brought up this:
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| D&A | Drug and Alcohol |
| D&A | Depreciation and Amortization |
| D&A | Design & Analysis |
| D&A | Delivery and Acceptance |
| D&A | Dry & Abandoned (oil & gas industry) |
| D&A | Deals and Allowances |
Obviously, none of them mean DNA, which is what the jury sought. It's further evidence that trial lawyers cannot take any juror's understanding for granted.
Wow. That is scary and appalling. And here we think everyone knows all about DNA because of all the CSI shows on TV. But hey, we're a visual society so I guess that doesn't really mix with, say, spelling.
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