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    The Role of Science in the Criminal Justice System by Shelton, Donald E.;

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    Product details:

    • Edition number 1
    • Publisher CRC Press
    • Date of Publication 23 March 2026

    • ISBN 9781041136316
    • Binding Hardback
    • No. of pages212 pages
    • Size 234x156 mm
    • Language English
    • Illustrations 9 Illustrations, black & white; 46 Illustrations, color; 9 Halftones, black & white; 46 Halftones, color
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    Short description:

    This book offers an overview of forensic evidence, evidence collection, and analysis practices, and the uses of such evidence in casework. 

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    Long description:

    There is increased interest in forensic science and a great deal of debate about the admissibility and reliability of—not only new methods—but also traditional scientific methods that have resulted in wrongful convictions. Many universities now offer programs in forensic science, either separately or as part of a criminal justice curriculum, in on-campus and online settings. This book offers an overview of forensic evidence, evidence collection, and analysis practices, and the uses of such evidence in casework. By doing so, it provides insight into the processes and procedures, who is considered an expert in a particular discipline, and how these factors impact the usage, reliability, and admissibility of evidence in the courts. Part I of the book outlines the concept of admissible evidence and the legal standards used by courts to determine if expert testimony is reliable enough for a jury to consider in determining guilt or innocence. Part II is about the “who” disciplines describing the admissibility and reliability of a variety of pattern identification disciplines, including DNA, fingerprints, hair comparison, ballistics (tool marks), handwriting, footwear, and digital forensics. Part III describes the admissibility and reliability issues in a variety of “how” disciplines, including fire and explosions, gunshot residue, blood pattern analysis, and medical examiner testimony. Part IV describes the uses of science by law enforcement and private companies outside the courtroom, including the advent of genetic genealogy as an investigative tool. The final part discusses the future of forensic science, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and potential changes in law, regulatory, and educational requirements.

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    Table of Contents:

    Introduction  Part I. The Use of Forensic Science in the Courtroom  Chapter 1. The Concept of Admissibility  Chapter 2. Judicial Rules for Admissibility of Forensic Science Evidence  Chapter 3. The Problem with Bad Science  Chapter 4. Science and the Law: Ships Passing in the Night  Part II.The Reliability of Pattern Identifications  Chapter 5. Generalization and Individualization  Chapter 6. DNA  Chapter 7. Hair Comparison  Chapter 8. Fingerprints: Friction Ridge Analysis  Chapter 9. Tool Marks and Ballistics  Chapter 10. Handwriting: Questioned Document Examination  Chapter 11. Digital Forensics  Chapter 12. Footwear Comparison  Part III.The Admissibility of “How” Testimony  Chapter 13. Fire and Explosions  Chapter 14. Blood Stains and Patterns  Chapter 15. Gunshot Residue  Chapter 16. Medical Examiner Testimony  Part IV. The Use of Forensic Science Out of Court  Chapter 17. Non-Criminal and Administrative Investigations  Chapter 18. Criminal Investigations (narrowing the field)  Part V.The Future of Forensic Science Evidence  Chapter 19. Artificial Intelligence  Chapter 20. Pathways to Improvement


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