Beschreibung:
This book provides a much-needed sociological and criminological analysis of the context in which techniques of forensic science are applied to identify and prosecute offenders. In attempting to bring together two interdisciplinary subjects (forensics and criminology), it is the first text of its kind in the UK.
1. Introduction Part 1: The Historical and Epistemological Backdrop 2. Constructed Knowledge and the Philosophy of Science 3. The Beginnings of 'Scientific Criminology' 4. The Beginnings of Forensic Investigation 5. The Beginnings of Criminal Investigation Part 2: Contemporary Forensic Investigations 6. Investigating Crime 7. Information Material and Evidence 8. Crime Analysis and Crime Mapping. 9. Scientific Support and Crime Scene Examination Part 3: Failsafe Forensics 10. Forensics Scientific and Detection Methods 11. Forensics on Trial.