Forensic science under siege
Subtitle: the challenges of forensic laboratories and the medico-legal death investigation system
By: Kelly M. Pyrek.
Publisher: Elsevier Academic Press
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Amsterdam; Boston
Language: eng
Number of pages: 537
ISBN-13: 9780123708618
Subjects: Forensic sciences -- United States.; Crime laboratories -- United States.; Forensic scientists -- United States.; Evidence, Expert -- United States.
Description: "The medico-legal community is under attack for reasons of vital interest to forensic practitioners. The medical investigation system as a whole, and forensic laboratories in particular, are wrestling with problems that stem from under-funding, towering case loads, a shortage of qualified personnel, and the difficulties that arise from having a reputation under fire. Forensic Science Under Siege explores the timely, far-reaching and interrelated issues involving these two medico-legal branches of service."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.