Scientific Evidence In Civil And Criminal Cases

Author : Andre A. Moenssens,Carol E. Henderson,Sharon Gross Portwood
Publisher : Foundation Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Criminal investigation
ISBN : 1599411547

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Scientific Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases by Andre A. Moenssens,Carol E. Henderson,Sharon Gross Portwood Pdf

This popular casebook is designed to provide those participating in trials with a concise understanding of the scope of the most commonly encountered types of expert testimony, and the nature of the results which may be expected from specialists. It explores both the potentialities and limitations of various types of expert proof. It considers qualifications needed for expertise in these various professional disciplines and discusses the status of the law concerning the various types of evidence encountered. The book first deals with the general concepts underlying expert opinion testimony, with the use of real and demonstrative evidence, and with opinion testimony of non-expert skilled witnesses. It then turns in succession to expert testimony based upon the physical sciences, and expert witnesses in the biological and life sciences. Finally, the book explores expert testimony in the behavioral sciences.

Author : Lea VanderVelde,Betty DesPortes,ANDRE A. DESPORTES MOENSSENS (BETTY LAYNE. KENNEDY, RODERICK T.),Roderick Kennedy
Publisher : Foundation Press
Page : 953 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1647084644

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Scientific Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases by Lea VanderVelde,Betty DesPortes,ANDRE A. DESPORTES MOENSSENS (BETTY LAYNE. KENNEDY, RODERICK T.),Roderick Kennedy Pdf

This text is the eighth edition of an authoritative work that has defined and shaped the legal analysis of scientific evidence for four decades. A single source and definitive reference for law students, scholars, practicing attorneys, and judges, it covers the critical topics in the law and the scientific disciplines most frequently encountered in the courtroom. It explains established capabilities and existing limitations of forensic science methodologies, as well as controversial and emerging issues in both the forensic science community and the legal system. For each discipline, the standards and qualifications of experts are presented along with evidentiary issues and admissibility challenges. This practical resource begins with an overview of admissibility standards for scientific evidence and expert testimony and considerations for selecting and working with experts. It covers the legal principles relevant to demonstrative exhibits used by expert witnesses in connection with scientific evidence. Drawing upon extensive case references and current research articles, the book includes such topics and disciplines as fingerprint evidence, firearm and toolmark evidence, forensic document examination, fire scene and explosives investigation, trace evidence, vehicle investigations, digital forensics, forensic anthropology, forensic odontology, forensic pathology, forensic toxicology, forensic biology and DNA analysis, controlled substances analysis, and forensic psychiatry and psychology.

Author : Andre A. Moenssens
Publisher : West Publishing Company
Page : 1406 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Law
ISBN : STANFORD:36105060960957

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Scientific Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases by Andre A. Moenssens Pdf

Scientific Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases provides those participating in trials with a concise understanding of the scope of commonly encountered types of expert testimony and the nature of results which my be expected from specialists. It explores both the potentialities and limitations of expert proof. It discusses the qualifications needed for expert witnesses from various disciplines and explains the status of the law concerning the types of evidence encountered in a trial. One volume.

Author : Andre A. Moenssens,Carol E. Henderson,Sharon Gross Portwood
Publisher : Foundation Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2009-07-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1599413337

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Scientific Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases by Andre A. Moenssens,Carol E. Henderson,Sharon Gross Portwood Pdf

This 2009 supplement to Moenssens, Henderson and Portwood's Scientific Evidence in Civil and Criminal Cases, 5th (University Casebook Series) covers all major aspects of the law surrounding scientific evidence in court proceedings.

Author : Andre A. Moenssens,Ray Edward Moses,Fred Edward Inbau
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 664 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Criminal investigation
ISBN : STANFORD:36105044365885

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Scientific Evidence in Criminal Cases by Andre A. Moenssens,Ray Edward Moses,Fred Edward Inbau Pdf

Author : Oriola Sallavaci
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014-02-05
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781317910916

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The Impact of Scientific Evidence on the Criminal Trial by Oriola Sallavaci Pdf

This book explores challenges posed by the use of DNA evidence to the traditional features, procedures and principles of the criminal trial. It examines the limitations of existing theories of criminal trial processes in the face of increasing use of scientific evidence in the court room. The research elucidates the interconnections at trial of three epistemologies, namely legal reasoning, as represented by counsel and trial judge, common sense manifested by the jury and scientific reasoning expounded by the expert witness. Sallavaci argues that while scientific reasoning is part of this hybrid of trial languages and practices, its extended use is producing specifically novel tensions which impact on the traditional criminal trial landscape. Through the lens of DNA evidence, the book investigates how far the use of scientific evidence in the fact finding process poses challenges for the adversarial character of the proceedings and rules of evidence; how it affects the role of the judge, jury and expert witness, as well as the principle of orality and continuity of the trial. In comparing the challenges faced in English common law trials to those of the USA, this book has international scope, and will be of great use and interest to students and researchers of Criminal Law and Practice, Policing, and the role of Forensics in Law.

Author : John A. Tarantino
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1993-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0471586412

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Strategic Use of Scientific Evidence by John A. Tarantino Pdf

This work focuses on scientific testimony in both civil and criminal cases. The book has been written especially for attorneys without a science background.

Author : Andre A. Moenssens,Fred Edward Inbau,James E. Starrs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 876 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Law
ISBN : UCAL:B4964989

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Scientific Evidence in Criminal Cases by Andre A. Moenssens,Fred Edward Inbau,James E. Starrs Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on DNA Forensic Science: An Update
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1997-01-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309121941

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The Evaluation of Forensic DNA Evidence by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on DNA Forensic Science: An Update Pdf

In 1992 the National Research Council issued DNA Technology in Forensic Science, a book that documented the state of the art in this emerging field. Recently, this volume was brought to worldwide attention in the murder trial of celebrity O. J. Simpson. The Evaluation of Forensic DNA Evidence reports on developments in population genetics and statistics since the original volume was published. The committee comments on statements in the original book that proved controversial or that have been misapplied in the courts. This volume offers recommendations for handling DNA samples, performing calculations, and other aspects of using DNA as a forensic toolâ€"modifying some recommendations presented in the 1992 volume. The update addresses two major areas: Determination of DNA profiles. The committee considers how laboratory errors (particularly false matches) can arise, how errors might be reduced, and how to take into account the fact that the error rate can never be reduced to zero. Interpretation of a finding that the DNA profile of a suspect or victim matches the evidence DNA. The committee addresses controversies in population genetics, exploring the problems that arise from the mixture of groups and subgroups in the American population and how this substructure can be accounted for in calculating frequencies. This volume examines statistical issues in interpreting frequencies as probabilities, including adjustments when a suspect is found through a database search. The committee includes a detailed discussion of what its recommendations would mean in the courtroom, with numerous case citations. By resolving several remaining issues in the evaluation of this increasingly important area of forensic evidence, this technical update will be important to forensic scientists and population geneticistsâ€"and helpful to attorneys, judges, and others who need to understand DNA and the law. Anyone working in laboratories and in the courts or anyone studying this issue should own this book.

Author : David Milward,Charles Ferguson
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2017-04-07
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781351859868

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The Art of Science in the Canadian Justice System by David Milward,Charles Ferguson Pdf

Part autobiography, part thought piece, part references, the book takes an insightful look at the experience and cases of renowned paediatrician and forensic expert witness Dr. Charles Ferguson. The book presents the interaction of science and law as it applies, specifically, the Canadian courts, but the justice process as a whole. Dr. Ferguson’s experience—from a scientist and medical professional’s perspective—in dealing with lawyers, judges, and the process of testifying in numerous court—offers a unique glimpse into how the two worlds of science and law don’t always mesh. In some cases the evidence is compelling and definitive. In others, far from it. Ultimately, the book presents the important role of the forensic expert and expert witness as a vital and deciding factor as the courtroom proceedings play out. The cases presented in the book—cases Dr. Ferguson was personally involved with—are interesting, the conclusions and results arrived at by Dr. Ferguson are well thought out and backed by his scientific expertise. The results and conclusions arrived at by the courts is often expected, sometimes surprising—in specific cases even controversial. Throughout all, Dr. Ferguson casts an independent, and sometimes critical, eye on the process presenting a compelling argument and heartfelt recommendation for science, objectivity, and justice to be served based on truth—truth insofar as the "facts" of the cases presented through evidence and the testimony provided within the judicial process. A fascinating read for university students, experts and witnesses, lawyers and judges, and anyone involved in the forensic process in the trying of criminal and civil cases.

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on DNA Technology in Forensic Science
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1992-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309045872

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DNA Technology in Forensic Science by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on DNA Technology in Forensic Science Pdf

Matching DNA samples from crime scenes and suspects is rapidly becoming a key source of evidence for use in our justice system. DNA Technology in Forensic Science offers recommendations for resolving crucial questions that are emerging as DNA typing becomes more widespread. The volume addresses key issues: Quality and reliability in DNA typing, including the introduction of new technologies, problems of standardization, and approaches to certification. DNA typing in the courtroom, including issues of population genetics, levels of understanding among judges and juries, and admissibility. Societal issues, such as privacy of DNA data, storage of samples and data, and the rights of defendants to quality testing technology. Combining this original volume with the new update-The Evaluation of Forensic DNA Evidence-provides the complete, up-to-date picture of this highly important and visible topic. This volume offers important guidance to anyone working with this emerging law enforcement tool: policymakers, specialists in criminal law, forensic scientists, geneticists, researchers, faculty, and students.

Author : James R. Richardson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1961
Category : Evidence (Law)
ISBN : STANFORD:36105044110612

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Modern Scientific Evidence, Civil and Criminal by James R. Richardson Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Continuing Education of the Bar-California
Page : 574 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Evidence, Criminal
ISBN : STANFORD:36105064266344

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Scientific Evidence in California Criminal Cases by Anonim Pdf

Author : Cyril H. Wecht,John T. Rago
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 704 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2005-12-22
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781420058116

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Forensic Science and Law by Cyril H. Wecht,John T. Rago Pdf

Forensic science has undergone dramatic progress in recent years, including in the areas of DNA collection and analysis and the reconstruction of crime scenes. However, too few professionals are equipped with the knowledge necessary to fully apply the potential of science in civil, criminal, and family legal matters. Featuring contributions from

Author : National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Applied and Theoretical Statistics,Policy and Global Affairs,Committee on Science, Technology, and Law,Committee on Identifying the Needs of the Forensic Sciences Community
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2009-07-29
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780309142397

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Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States by National Research Council,Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences,Committee on Applied and Theoretical Statistics,Policy and Global Affairs,Committee on Science, Technology, and Law,Committee on Identifying the Needs of the Forensic Sciences Community Pdf

Scores of talented and dedicated people serve the forensic science community, performing vitally important work. However, they are often constrained by lack of adequate resources, sound policies, and national support. It is clear that change and advancements, both systematic and scientific, are needed in a number of forensic science disciplines to ensure the reliability of work, establish enforceable standards, and promote best practices with consistent application. Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States: A Path Forward provides a detailed plan for addressing these needs and suggests the creation of a new government entity, the National Institute of Forensic Science, to establish and enforce standards within the forensic science community. The benefits of improving and regulating the forensic science disciplines are clear: assisting law enforcement officials, enhancing homeland security, and reducing the risk of wrongful conviction and exoneration. Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States gives a full account of what is needed to advance the forensic science disciplines, including upgrading of systems and organizational structures, better training, widespread adoption of uniform and enforceable best practices, and mandatory certification and accreditation programs. While this book provides an essential call-to-action for congress and policy makers, it also serves as a vital tool for law enforcement agencies, criminal prosecutors and attorneys, and forensic science educators.