9780309045872: DNA Technology in Forensic Science
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0309045878 ISBN 13: 9780309045872
Publisher: National Academies Press, 1992

Synopsis

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 such as: 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; and 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.

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About the Author

Committee on DNA Technology in Forensic Science, National Research Council

From the Back Cover

Matching DNA samples from crime scenes and suspects is rapidly becoming a key source of evidence for use in the justice system. 'DNA Technology in Forensic Science' offers recommendations for resolving crucial questions that are emerging as DNA typing or 'fingerprinting' becomes more widespread. With the most up-to-date information and expert commentary, the volume addresses quality and reliability in DNA typing, including the introduction of new technologies, problems of standardization and approaches to certification. It discusses DNA typing in the courtroom, including issues of population genetics, levels of understanding among judges and juries, and admissibility as well as societal issues, such as privacy of DNA data and storage of samples and data.

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Publisher
National Academies Press
Publication date
1992
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0309045878
ISBN 13 
9780309045872
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
200