Forensic science
a sociological introduction
- ISBN: 9781138794115
- Editorial: Routledge
- Fecha de la edición: 2016
- Lugar de la edición: London. Reino Unido
- Encuadernación: Rústica
- Medidas: 22 cm
- Nº Pág.: 195
- Idiomas: Inglés
This book addresses a significant gap in the literature and provides a comprehensive overview of the sociology of forensic science. Drawing on a wealth of international research and case studies, this book explores the intersection of science, technology, law and society and examines the production of forensic knowledge. This book explores a range of key topics such as: * The integration of science into police work and criminal investigation, * The relationship between law and science, * Ethical and social issues raised by new forensic technology including DNA analysis, * Media portrayals of forensic science, * Forensic policy and the international agenda for forensic science. This book is important and compelling reading for students taking a range of courses, including criminal investigation, policing, forensic science, and the sociology of science and technology.