Forensics And Biotechnology In Criminal Justice
Use of forensics and biotechnology in Criminal Justice
Abstract
“Proof” is defined as an act or process of showing that something is true (Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary). In criminal justice, proof is seemingly the most important factor in crime solving. As the old saying goes “it’s not what you know, it’s what you can prove.” The method of gathering and examining information is known as forensic science; a prominent resource in the law enforcement field. Whether on television or in real life, forensic science seems to almost always be the deciding factor in solving crimes, proving innocence, or convicting the accused. Dating back to the 700s when the Chinese used finger prints to establish the identity of documents and clay sculptures
(Rudin & Inman, 2002), forensic science, technology, and crime-solving naturally mix together to provide unlimited data that can be proven, verified, and presented to investigators, juries, prosecutors, and defense lawyers. However, this resource and method of proof, comes with varied controversies.
Forensic science in criminal justice is a key element in providing proof. In order for one to legitimately challenge forensic science in criminal justice, one must understand the exact science and technology used, past systematical errors, and other techniques that could be used in place of forensic science in criminal justice. Although flawed and ethically questionable, forensic science provides the most accurate means of evidence in the criminal justice system.
Bibliography
“proof.” 2011. In Merriam-Webster.com. Retrieved December 1, 2013, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proof
Rudin, N, Inman, K. (2002). Forensic Science Timeline Retrieved from http://www.forensicdna.com/Timeline020702.pdf
Biotechnology Industry Organization Site
Retrieved from http://www.bio.org/media/biobytes-forensics-and-biotechnology-0
Abstract
“Proof” is defined as an act or process of showing that something is true (Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary). In criminal justice, proof is seemingly the most important factor in crime solving. As the old saying goes “it’s not what you know, it’s what you can prove.” The method of gathering and examining information is known as forensic science; a prominent resource in the law enforcement field. Whether on television or in real life, forensic science seems to almost always be the deciding factor in solving crimes, proving innocence, or convicting the accused. Dating back to the 700s when the Chinese used finger prints to establish the identity of documents and clay sculptures
(Rudin & Inman, 2002), forensic science, technology, and crime-solving naturally mix together to provide unlimited data that can be proven, verified, and presented to investigators, juries, prosecutors, and defense lawyers. However, this resource and method of proof, comes with varied controversies.
Forensic science in criminal justice is a key element in providing proof. In order for one to legitimately challenge forensic science in criminal justice, one must understand the exact science and technology used, past systematical errors, and other techniques that could be used in place of forensic science in criminal justice. Although flawed and ethically questionable, forensic science provides the most accurate means of evidence in the criminal justice system.
Bibliography
“proof.” 2011. In Merriam-Webster.com. Retrieved December 1, 2013, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proof
Rudin, N, Inman, K. (2002). Forensic Science Timeline Retrieved from http://www.forensicdna.com/Timeline020702.pdf
Biotechnology Industry Organization Site
Retrieved from http://www.bio.org/media/biobytes-forensics-and-biotechnology-0