| Handbook of Forensic Science Contributor(s): Fraser, Jim (Editor), Williams, Robin (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1843923122 ISBN-13: 9781843923121 Publisher: Willan Publishing (UK) OUR PRICE: $277.20 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2009 Annotation: Forensic science has become increasingly important within contemporary criminal justice, from criminal investigation through to courtroom deliberations, and an increasing number of agencies of individuals are having to engage with its contribution to contemporary justice. This Handbook aims to provide an authoritative map of the landscape of forensic science within the criminal justice system of the UK. It sets out the essential features of the subject, covering the disciplinary, technological, organizational and legislative resources that are brought together to make up contemporary forensic science practice. It is the first full-length publication which reviews forensic science in a wider political, economic, social, technological and legal context, identifying emerging themes on the current status and potential future of forensic science as part of the criminal justice system. With contributions form many of the leading authorities in the field it will be essential reading for both |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Law | Forensic Science - Social Science | Criminology |
| Dewey: 363.25 |
| LCCN: 2012406294 |
| Physical Information: 696 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Forensic science has become increasingly important within contemporary criminal justice, from criminal investigation through to courtroom deliberations, and an increasing number of agencies and individuals are having to engage with its contribution to contemporary justice. This Handbook aims to provide an authoritative map of the landscape of forensic science within the criminal justice system of the UK. It sets out the essential features of the subject, covering the disciplinary, technological, organizational and legislative resources that are brought together to make up contemporary forensic science practice. It is the first full-length publication which reviews forensic science in a wider political, economic, social, technological and legal context, identifying emerging themes on the current status and potential future of forensic science as part of the criminal justice system. With contributions from many of the leading authorities in the field it will be essential reading for both students and practitioners. |