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Author : Robert Gardner
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780486488646
Shares experiments that offer explanations of police lab techniques, including fingerprint analysis, matching hair and tissue samples, and cracking codes.
Author : Brandon L. Garrett
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2022-03
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780520389656
This book exposes the dangerously imperfect forensic evidence that we rely on for criminal convictions. "That's not my fingerprint, your honor," said the defendant, after FBI experts reported a "100-percent identification." The FBI was wrong. It is shocking how often they are. Autopsy of a Crime Lab is the first book to catalog the sources of error and the faulty science behind a range of well-known forensic evidence, from fingerprints and firearms to forensic algorithms. In this devastating forensic takedown, noted legal expert Brandon L. Garrett poses the questions that should be asked in courtrooms every day: Where are the studies that validate the basic premises of widely accepted techniques such as fingerprinting? How can experts testify with 100-percent certainty about a fingerprint, when there is no such thing as a 100 percent match? Where is the quality control at the crime scenes and in the laboratories? Should we so readily adopt powerful new technologies like facial recognition software and rapid DNA machines? And why have judges been so reluctant to consider the weaknesses of so many long-accepted methods? Taking us into the lives of the wrongfully convicted or nearly convicted, into crime labs rocked by scandal, and onto the front lines of promising reform efforts driven by professionals and researchers alike, Autopsy of a Crime Lab illustrates the persistence and perniciousness of shaky science and its well-meaning practitioners.
Author : Beth A. Bechky
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780691205854
A rare behind-the-scenes look at the work of forensic scientists The findings of forensic science—from DNA profiles and chemical identifications of illegal drugs to comparisons of bullets, fingerprints, and shoeprints—are widely used in police investigations and courtroom proceedings. While we recognize the significance of this evidence for criminal justice, the actual work of forensic scientists is rarely examined and largely misunderstood. Blood, Powder, and Residue goes inside a metropolitan crime laboratory to shed light on the complex social forces that underlie the analysis of forensic evidence. Drawing on eighteen months of rigorous fieldwork in a crime lab of a major metro area, Beth Bechky tells the stories of the forensic scientists who struggle to deliver unbiased science while under intense pressure from adversarial lawyers, escalating standards of evidence, and critical public scrutiny. Bechky brings to life the daily challenges these scientists face, from the painstaking screening and testing of evidence to making communal decisions about writing up the lab report, all while worrying about attorneys asking them uninformed questions in court. She shows how the work of forensic scientists is fraught with the tensions of serving justice—constantly having to anticipate the expectations of the world of law and the assumptions of the public—while also staying true to their scientific ideals. Blood, Powder, and Residue offers a vivid and sometimes harrowing picture of the lives of highly trained experts tasked with translating their knowledge for others who depend on it to deliver justice.
Author : Rebecca Stefoff
Publisher : Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2011-01-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781608703135
Forensics is everywhere these days, from the daily news to popular entertainment. Interest has never been higher in forensics, the junction of science and justice. Forensic Science Investigated takes young readers inside this fast-growing field, showing them how crime scene investigators and forensic specialists gather evidence, solve crimes, and even liberate innocent people who have been mistakenly imprisoned. In five illustrated volumes, Forensic Science Investigated introduces readers to forensic tools and techniques, such as profiling and DNA matching; shows modern researchers using forensics to probe into old crimes and mysteries, including a discovery that may reveal the first gunshot victim in the Americas; traces the step-by-step investigation of criminal cases, highlighting the contributions of forensics; explores the world of cyber crime, where experts in computer forensics work to solve and prevent crimes such as scams, hacking, and identity theft; examines medical forensics, which combats threats such as illegal drugs and bioterrorism; and describes the many different careers that exist in forensic science.
Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Judiciary
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Crime laboratories
ISBN : PSU:000048701419
Author : John M. Collins
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2019-09-17
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780128173282
Crime Lab Report compiles the most relevant and popular articles that appeared in this ongoing periodical between 2007 and 2017. Articles have been categorized by theme to serve as chapters, with an introduction at the beginning of each chapter and a description of the events that inspired each article. The author concludes the compilation with a reflection on Crime Lab Report, the retired periodical, and the future of forensic science as the 21st Century unfolds. Intended for forensic scientists, prosecutors, defense attorneys and even students studying forensic science or law, this compilation provides much needed information on the topics at hand. Presents a comprehensive look ‘behind the curtain’ of the forensic sciences from the viewpoint of someone working within the field Educates practitioners and laboratory administrators, providing talking points to help them respond intelligently to questions and criticisms, whether on the witness stand or when meeting with politicians and/or policymakers Captures an important period in the history of forensic science and criminal justice in America
Author : Greg W. Steadman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 8 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Crime laboratories
ISBN : UCSD:31822029045838
Author : Jami J. St. Clair,Jo Ann Given
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0126640513
Crime Laboratory Management is the first book to address the unique operational, administrative, and political issues involved in managing a forensic laboratory. It guides managers and supervisors through essential tasks ranging from hiring and training of staff to quality control, facilities management, and public relations. Author Jami St. Clair has more than 20 years experience in forensic science and served as President of the American Society of Crime Lab Directors in 1998-1999. She and her colleagues have designed this book to be useful for supervisors at every level. With its combination of classic management theories and practical information, this unique resource will help managers ensure that their laboratories operate efficiently and survive the intense scrutiny of today's criminal justice system. It will also help students and professional with an interest in forensic science and crime laboratory operation to better understand the functions of labs and the critical role they play in handling and analyzing evidence. * Shows how to handle a wide variety of administrative and operational issues in forensic laboratories * Provides new and experienced managers with practical information from qualified experts * Outlines standards and procedures to help ensure quality results from laboratory analyses
Author : Kelly Pyrek
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2010-07-27
Category : Law
ISBN : 0080471072
Forensic science laboratories' reputations have increasingly come under fire. Incidents of tainted evidence, false reports, allegations of negligence, scientifically flawed testimony, or - worse yet - perjury in in-court testimony, have all served to cast a shadow over the forensic sciences. Instances of each are just a few of the quality-related charges made in the last few years. Forensic Science Under Siege is the first book to integrate and explain these problematic trends in forensic science. The issues are timely, and are approached from an investigatory, yet scholarly and research-driven, perspective. Leading experts are consulted and interviewed, including directors of highly visible forensic laboratories, as well as medical examiners and coroners who are commandeering the discussions related to these issues. Interviewees include Henry Lee, Richard Saferstein, Cyril Wecht, and many others. The ultimate consequences of all these pressures, as well as the future of forensic science, has yet to be determined. This book examines these challenges, while also exploring possible solutions (such as the formation of a forensic science consortium to address specific legislative issues). It is a must-read for all forensic scientists. Provides insight on the current state of forensic science, demands, and future direction as provided by leading experts in the field Consolidates the current state of standards and best-practices of labs across disciplines Discusses a controversial topic that must be addressed for political support and financial funding of forensic science to improve
Author : Susan Echaore-McDavid,Richard A. McDavid
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2010-04-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781438110721
Provides job profiles in the field of forensic science; includes education and training resources, certification program listings, professional associations, and more.
Author : W. Jerry Chisum,Brent E. Turvey
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2006-10-27
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 008046551X
Crime Reconstruction is a guide to the interpretation of physical evidence. It was developed to aid forensic reconstructionists with the formulation of hypotheses and conclusions that stay within the known limits of forensic evidence. The book begins with chapters on the history and ethics of crime reconstruction, and then shifts to the more applied subjects of general reconstruction methods and practice standards. It concludes with chapters on courtroom conduct and evidence admissibility, to prepare forensic reconstructionists for what awaits them when they take the witness stand. This book is a watershed collaborative effort by internationally known, qualified, and respected forensic science practitioners with generations of case experience. Forensic pioneers such as John D. DeHaan, John I. Thornton, and W. Jerry Chisum contribute chapters on arson reconstruction, trace evidence interpretation, advanced bloodstain interpretation, and reconstructionist ethics. Other chapters cover the subjects of shooting incident reconstruction, interpreting digital evidence, staged crime scenes, and examiner bias. Rarely have so many forensic giants collaborated, and never before have the natural limits of physical evidence been made so clear. This book is ideal for forensic examiners, forensic scientists, crime lab personnel, and special victim and criminal investigators. Others who will benefit from this book are law enforcement officials, forensic medical personnel, and criminal lawyers. * Contains the first practice standards ever published for the reconstruction of crime * Provides a clear ethical canon for the reconstructionist * Includes groundbreaking discussions of examiner bias and observer effects as they impact forensic evidence interpretation * Ideal for applied courses on the subject of crime reconstruction, as well as those teaching crime reconstruction theory within criminology and criminal justice programs
Author : Michael J. Palmiotto,Michael Palmiotto
Publisher : University Press of America
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Law
ISBN : 076182748X
Michael Palmiottos Criminal Investigation is often described as one of the most realistic and accessible texts in the study of Criminal Justice. In this Third Edition-- which has been substantially updated from previous editions-- Palmiotto provides greater coverage of case screening, more sources of information, and in-depth analyses of special investigations.
Author : James E. Girard
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 537 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Criminal investigation
ISBN : 9781449691806
Author : Randall Skelton
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 651 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781435767621
Exploring the broad spectrum of the forensic sciences practiced both inside and outside of a crime lab, this text investigates forensic sciences that are used both in criminal and civil contexts, along with non-traditional and new applications such as occupational fraud, wildlife protection, and homeland security. The approach is unifying in that it seeks to explain the underlying theoretical and practical concepts that unite all forensic science as well as the individual challenges of each of the forensic sciences. The scientific concepts that underly the forensic sciences are explained in a manner that is understandable by readers without a science background.
Author : Susan M. Carlson,Carly A. Pietrzyk
Publisher : Quantum Scientific Publishing
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2023-04-04
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781494210670
Forensic science has captured the attention of the public, as illustrated by the popularity of television crime shows that involve forensics. This introductory level, easy to read text provides readers with: • a comprehensive overview of the field • an introduction to careers in forensic science • the role of governmental agencies in forensic science • techniques used by forensic scientists • the role of forensic science in the legal system • forensic science specialties • case studies that highlight the importance of forensic science A Beginner's Guide to Forensic Science is an ideal place for anyone interested in the field to begin exploring the world of forensic science. High school and college students, as well as those simply interested in learning more about forensic science will thoroughly enjoy this book.
