seeDNA to Provide Free DNA Re-testing for False Accusation Cases, Covering Up to 50,000 Yen Per Case
seeDNA, a forensic DNA laboratory, will launch the 'False Accusation Rescue DNA Re-testing Free Support Program' on May 15, 2026. The program targets law firms representing individuals claiming innocence in criminal cases, covering up to 50,000 yen in testing fees to provide independent scientific verification.
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## seeDNA Launches Support Program for False Accusations
seeDNA Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Adachi-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Kihon Fukin), an ISO 9001 and Privacy Mark certified DNA laboratory, announced the launch of the "False Accusation Rescue DNA Re-testing Free Support Program" effective May 15, 2026. This initiative is specifically designed for law firms representing clients claiming false accusations in criminal cases.
Under this program, seeDNA will bear the full cost of DNA testing up to 50,000 yen per case. As an independent third-party institution, the company aims to support defense activities based on scientific evidence.
### Background of the Program
In September 2024, the acquittal in the Hakamada retrial case sparked nationwide debate over the evidentiary value of past DNA testing. Furthermore, in 2025, it was revealed that a technician at the Saga Prefectural Police Lab had committed fraud in 130 DNA tests, 16 of which were used as evidence in serious crimes such as attempted murder.
As trust in public forensic laboratories faces scrutiny, seeDNA, as an independent private laboratory, is launching this program to assist defense efforts that might otherwise be abandoned due to the financial burden of re-testing.
### Program Highlights
- **Eligibility**: Limited to requests from law firms (lawyers) handling false accusation defense in criminal cases.
- **Support**: Full coverage of DNA testing fees up to 50,000 yen per case.
- **Technical Strength**: Japan's only patented "Special DNA Testing Technology" capable of analyzing damaged or trace samples.
- **Quality Assurance**: ISO 9001/Privacy Mark certified, featuring automated double-analysis (W-check) with a zero-error record.
- **Start Date**: May 15, 2026.
### Program Details
- **Target Cases**: Criminal cases where DNA evidence affects factual determination (including retrial requests, appeals, and investigation stages).
- **Available Tests**: Paternity/kinship DNA testing, special DNA testing (damaged/trace samples), forensic DNA profiling, and Y-chromosome analysis.
- **Application**: Lawyers must contact the company via email (support@seedna.co.jp). Support is granted based on an assessment of the case details.
- **Capacity**: Up to 20 cases per year (first-come, first-served basis).
The program is restricted to lawyers and law firms to ensure that tests are conducted under proper legal procedures and hold evidentiary value.
seeDNA Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Adachi-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Kihon Fukin), an ISO 9001 and Privacy Mark certified DNA laboratory, announced the launch of the "False Accusation Rescue DNA Re-testing Free Support Program" effective May 15, 2026. This initiative is specifically designed for law firms representing clients claiming false accusations in criminal cases.
Under this program, seeDNA will bear the full cost of DNA testing up to 50,000 yen per case. As an independent third-party institution, the company aims to support defense activities based on scientific evidence.
### Background of the Program
In September 2024, the acquittal in the Hakamada retrial case sparked nationwide debate over the evidentiary value of past DNA testing. Furthermore, in 2025, it was revealed that a technician at the Saga Prefectural Police Lab had committed fraud in 130 DNA tests, 16 of which were used as evidence in serious crimes such as attempted murder.
As trust in public forensic laboratories faces scrutiny, seeDNA, as an independent private laboratory, is launching this program to assist defense efforts that might otherwise be abandoned due to the financial burden of re-testing.
### Program Highlights
- **Eligibility**: Limited to requests from law firms (lawyers) handling false accusation defense in criminal cases.
- **Support**: Full coverage of DNA testing fees up to 50,000 yen per case.
- **Technical Strength**: Japan's only patented "Special DNA Testing Technology" capable of analyzing damaged or trace samples.
- **Quality Assurance**: ISO 9001/Privacy Mark certified, featuring automated double-analysis (W-check) with a zero-error record.
- **Start Date**: May 15, 2026.
### Program Details
- **Target Cases**: Criminal cases where DNA evidence affects factual determination (including retrial requests, appeals, and investigation stages).
- **Available Tests**: Paternity/kinship DNA testing, special DNA testing (damaged/trace samples), forensic DNA profiling, and Y-chromosome analysis.
- **Application**: Lawyers must contact the company via email (support@seedna.co.jp). Support is granted based on an assessment of the case details.
- **Capacity**: Up to 20 cases per year (first-come, first-served basis).
The program is restricted to lawyers and law firms to ensure that tests are conducted under proper legal procedures and hold evidentiary value.
FAQ
seeDNAの「冤罪救済DNA再鑑定無償支援プログラム」とは何ですか？
刑事事件で冤罪を訴える方の弁護を担当する法律事務所に対し、1事案あたり上限5万円までのDNA鑑定費用をseeDNAが全額負担するプログラムです。2026年5月15日から開始されます。
どのような事件が支援の対象になりますか？
DNA鑑定が事実認定に関わる刑事事件が対象です。再審請求事案、上訴審係属中、捜査・公判段階の事案を含みます。
個人で直接申し込むことはできますか？
いいえ、できません。本プログラムは証拠としての価値と適正な法的手続を担保するため、法律事務所（弁護士）からの依頼に限定されています。
seeDNAのDNA鑑定技術にはどのような強みがありますか？
国内唯一の特許取得済み「特殊DNA鑑定技術」を保有しており、紫外線や薬物で損傷・劣化した検体や微量な検体からの解析が可能です。また、全自動化二重解析により判定ミスゼロを維持しています。
プログラムの支援件数に制限はありますか？
年間最大20件まで受け付けています。先着順ですが、事案の性質により審査が行われます。