Wrongful Convictions and Forensic Science Errors: Case Studies and Root Causes
Autor John Morganen Limba Engleză Paperback – 29 mar 2023
Forensic science errors may arise at any time from crime scene to courtroom. Probative evidence may be overlooked at the scene of a crime, or the chain of custody may be compromised. Police investigators may misuse or ignore forensic evidence. A poorly-trained examiner may not apply the accepted standards of the discipline or may make unsound interpretations that exceed the limits of generally accepted scientific knowledge. In the courtroom, the forensic scientist may testify outside the standards of the discipline or fail to present exculpatory results. Prosecutors may suppress or mischaracterize evidence, and judges may admit testimony that does not conform to rules of evidence. All too often, the accused will not be afforded an adequate defense—especially given the technical complexities of forensic evidence. These issues do not arise in a vacuum; they result from system issues that are discernable and can be ameliorated.
Author John Morgan provides a thorough discussion of the policy, practice, and technical aspects of forensic science errors from a root-cause, scientific analysis perspective. Readers will learn to analyze common issues across cases and jurisdictions, perform basic root cause analysis, and develop systemic reforms. The reader is encouraged to assess cases and issues without regard to preconceived views or prejudicial language. As such, the book reinforces the need to obtain a clear understanding of errors to properly develop a set of effective scientific, procedural, and policy reforms to reduce wrongful convictions and improve forensic integrity and reliability.
Written in a format and style accessible to a broad audience, Forensic Science Errors and Wrongful Convictions presents a thorough analysis across all of these issues, supported by detailed case studies and a clear understanding of the scientific basis of the forensic disciplines.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781032063508
ISBN-10: 1032063505
Pagini: 368
Ilustrații: 1 Tables, black and white; 2 Line drawings, black and white; 35 Halftones, color; 13 Halftones, black and white; 35 Illustrations, color; 15 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensiuni: 156 x 234 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.54 kg
Ediția:1
Editura: Taylor & Francis
Colecția CRC Press
Locul publicării:Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN-10: 1032063505
Pagini: 368
Ilustrații: 1 Tables, black and white; 2 Line drawings, black and white; 35 Halftones, color; 13 Halftones, black and white; 35 Illustrations, color; 15 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensiuni: 156 x 234 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.54 kg
Ediția:1
Editura: Taylor & Francis
Colecția CRC Press
Locul publicării:Oxford, United Kingdom
Public țintă
Undergraduate AdvancedCuprins
1. Context of Wrongful Convictions and Forensic Science Errors 2. Assessment of Forensic Science Errors 3. Hair and Serology 4. DNA 5. Unvalidated Forensic Science 6. Bitemark Comparison 7. Fingerprints and Friction Ridge Examination 8. Firearms and Toolmarks 9. Fire Debris Investigation 10. Forensic Medicine and Pediatric Abuse 11. Forensic Pathology 12. Organizational Dysfunction 13. Drugs and Toxicology 14. Digital Evidence 15. Themes and Root Causes of Forensic Science Errors in Wrongful Convictions
Notă biografică
Dr. John Morgan is internationally recognized for his work in forensic science, body armor, special operations technology, and police technology. He has served as the Deputy Director for Science and Technology at the National Institute of Justice and as Command Science Advisor for the US Army Special Operations Command.
Descriere
This book provides a rigorous and detailed examination of the continuing problem of wrongful convictions and the role of forensic science in these miscarriages of justice. This comprehensive textbook looks at each type of evidence, historical factors, system issues, organizational factors, and individual examiners.