Forensic Justice: A Global Perspective
About this ebook
The integration of forensic science with law and criminology is creating a new era of progressive thinking, where advanced techniques are being developed to better understand the nature of crime and the behaviour of criminals. With the help of forensic science, investigators can obtain speedy justice and bring criminals to book. However, this requires appropriate measures to be taken for the efficient execution of forensic investigations, including the use of modern technology and the training of professionals in the latest forensic techniques.
Given the importance of forensic science in the criminal justice system, it is essential to have a comprehensive understanding of its different aspects. This includes the collection, preservation, and analysis of forensic evidence, as well as the interpretation of this evidence in the context of criminal investigations.
This book covers these topics in detail, providing valuable insights for professionals, practitioners, academics, and students of the related fields.
About the author
Beulah Shekhar is the Chair Professor of Criminology at Loknayak Jayprakash Narayan (LNJN) and National Institute of Criminology & Forensic Science (NISFS). She also visits the Karunya Institute of Technology & Sciences, Coimbatore, India as Emeritus Professor of Criminology. Her responsibilities include teaching research & Extension activities with special focus on collaborative research.
Purvi Pokhariyal is Professor of Law. She is Campus Director at the National Forensic Science University of the Delhi Campus, and Director of the Academics, Research and Consultancy at the National Forensic Sciences University. Prof. Pokhariyal is also the founding Dean of the School of Law, Forensic Justice and Policy Studies and the Dean of the School of Forensic Psychology at the National Forensic Sciences University.
