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Forensic science and the law.

C H Jayewardene1

  • 1Department of Criminology, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Forensic Science International
|January 1, 1988
PubMed
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Forensic science faces challenges in the criminal justice system due to evolving societal norms, particularly concerning the definition of death. Reforms are needed to ensure forensic science can adapt and continue its vital role.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Science
  • Criminal Justice System

Background:

  • Forensic science is integral to the criminal justice system, providing crucial evidence for suspect guilt determination.
  • Current societal shifts are creating communication challenges between forensic science and the justice system.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the impact of evolving societal concepts, such as those related to organ transplantation and the definition of death, on forensic science.
  • To highlight the need for legal and procedural reforms to address these emerging challenges.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of the evolving relationship between forensic science and the criminal justice system.
  • Identification of communication problems arising from changing societal definitions, using the concept of death as a case study.

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Main Results:

  • Changes in the concept of death, driven by advancements like organ transplants, shift focus from life quantity to quality, complicating forensic assessments.
  • Existing legal frameworks struggle to accommodate these evolving definitions, creating a gap for forensic scientists.

Conclusions:

  • Forensic science must adapt to new realities shaped by social changes to maintain its effectiveness.
  • Reforms in law are necessary to align legal practices with contemporary societal shifts and support forensic science's role.