Principles and Practice of Criminalistics: The Profession of Forensic Science (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780849381270)

Expanding on ideas proposed by leading thinkers throughout the history of forensic science, Principles and Practice of Criminalistics: The Profession of Forensic Science outlines a logical framework for the examination of physical evidence in a criminalistics laboratory. The book reexamines prevailing criminalistics concepts in light of both technical and intellectual advances and provides a way of conceptualizing physical evidence from its origin through its interpretation. Conceptually, the book explains what forensic scientists do and discusses the philosophical and practical considerations that affect the conduct of their work. To be sure, some of the ideas challenge conventional wisdom on the subject, and as such, are bound to provoke discussion among members of the forensic community. Against this background, Principles and Practice of Criminalistics: The Profession of Forensic Science is a tremendously valuable reference for professionals involved in forensic science and other related fields.

Author: Keith Inman, Norah Rudin
ISBN-10: 0849381274
ISBN-13: 9780849381270
Publisher: CRC Press
Language: English
Published: 08/29/2000
Pages: 392
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.47lbs
Size: 9.50h x 6.39w x 0.91d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2001 pg. 120