Entomology and the Law: Flies as Forensic Indicators - Softcover

Greenberg, Bernard; Kunich, John Charles

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521019575 ISBN 13: 9780521019576

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2005

Synopsis

Insect-related evidence is one of the most powerful, least understood examples of modern forensic science. Entomology and the Law is a detailed roadmap from crime scene to courtroom--for entomologists, law enforcement personnel and lawyers preparing for trial. Part I focuses on carrion flies as forensic indicators, exploring relevant biology clearly and concisely illustrated by real-life cases. Part II is a thorough examination of the law of scientific evidence worldwide, complete with caselaw, applicable code provisions, and legal issues relevant to the admissibility and use of forensic entomology in litigation.

About this title

Book Description:

Entomology and the Law is about the use of insects to solve crimes and other legal mysteries. As with any new science, its flaws and shortcomings are sometimes minimised or ignored by enthusiastic practitioners. Providing a detailed 'roadmap' that can be followed from crime scene to courtroom, and covering both the relevant science and the law of scientific evidence as it pertains to forensic entomology, this book provides a vital and unique resource for forensic entomologists, law enforcement personnel and lawyers preparing for trial.

About the Author:

Bernard Greenberg is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biological Sciences, University of Illinois, Chicago.

John C. Kunich is Professor of Law in the School of Law at Roger Williams University, Rhode Island.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0521019575
• ISBN 13: 9780521019576
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 332