Summary
Legal Aspects of Forensics, Second Edition is intended for students who would like to become knowledgeable in the basic aspects of law, as a preparation for the understanding of the scientific methods currently used in the elucidation of crimes. Focusing on the aspects of law that make use of forensic science methods, it does not require a previous background in either law or science, but does provide this background as far as law is concerned. Indeed, forensic science has made huge advances in recent years, leading to the solving of crimes that previously would have remained in the dark. Blood analysis, DNA investigations, and improved fingerprint analysis can make the difference between convicting an innocent person and releasing a dangerous criminal. Offering examples of cases that represent landmarks in the types of evidence being considered admissible or not, as well as cases solved by the use of scientific methods, this handbook is ideal for students interested in a law career, or those intrigued by the forensic science methods used today.
About the Author(s)
Danielle S. Sapse graduated from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law and practiced law as an in-house counselor in a New York corporation for three years. Currently, she teaches law in the Department of Law, Police Science and Criminal Justice Administration at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Ms. Sapse also has a science background, including a BA in chemistry from Barnard College of Columbia University. She has published several articles in scientific and law journals and edited the book Forensic Science Advances and their Application in the Judiciary System. She presented several talks about forensic science and law in France and Italy. Her present research focuses on the application of theoretical chemistry to forensic science.