The office argues nuclear DNA science is "generally accepted" within the scientific community and "based upon technology that has been implemented for decades."

RIVERHEAD, N.Y. -- Suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is scheduled to return to court Wednesday on Long Island. The 61-year-old is charged with the murders of seven women dating back to the 1990s .

Judge Timothy Mazzei will also hear from both sides to determine how much of the prosecution’s mountain of evidence will be admissible.