Wrongful Convictions and Forensic Science Errors: Case Studies and Root Causes

ISBN-13: 9781032064970 / Angielski / Twarda / 2023 / 384 str.

New Zealand) Morgan John (University of Auckland

Opis

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.

Spis treści

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

O autorze

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.