To establish forensic identification, the points of comparison for the suspect must
A) Possess the same physical characteristics.
B) Be confirmed by a second independent forensic scientist.
C) Uniquely correspond with those of the person who committed the crime.
D) Contain DNA samples of the person who committed the crime.

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The points of comparison for the suspect must uniquely correspond with those of the person who committed the crime in order to establish forensic identification. This means that the physical characteristics, such as fingerprints or DNA, must be distinct and specific to that individual, and not be present in other people. Confirmation by a second independent forensic scientist and the presence of DNA samples may strengthen the case, but they are not necessary for establishing forensic identification.

To Establish Forensic Identification, the Points of Comparison for the Suspect