Witnessing for Sociology: Sociologists in Court (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780275948528)

The American court system is making increasing use of sociologists as expert witnesses. From toxic torts to religious cults and brainwashing, sociological knowledge is becoming increasingly more commonplace in the legal arena. This edited volume is a collection of the experiences of sociologists who have appeared as expert witnesses in a variety of court cases. Many of the cases covered in this book revolve around central issues of murder, self-defense, religious cults, battered women, child pornography, environmentalism, and homelessness. This volume is unique in its breadth of topics and contributions.

Author: Pamela Jenkins, J. S. Kroll-Smith
ISBN-10: 0275948528
ISBN-13: 9780275948528
Publisher: Praeger
Language: English
Published: 06/24/1996
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.27lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.69d