E-Book, Englisch, 256 Seiten, E-Book
Reihe: Forensic Science in Focus
ISBN: 978-1-119-46997-1
Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
Format: EPUB
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)
Designed for forensic anthropologists at all levels of expertise, Forensic Anthropology and the United States Judicial System offers a comprehensive examination of how to effectively present osteological analyses, research and interpretations in the courtroom. Written by noted experts, the book contains an historical perspective of the topic, a review of current legislation that affects expert testimony as well as vital information on courtroom procedure and judicial expectation of experts.
A comprehensive book, Forensic Anthropology and the United States Judicial System explains how to prepare case reports and offers suggestions for getting ready for pre-trial interviews. The book also includes detailed information on affidavits, fee structures and dealing with opposing experts. This book is part of the popular Wiley - American Association for Forensic Sciences series and:
* Offers a unique volume that addresses the interface between forensic anthropology and the legal system
* Contains detailed guidelines for expert testimony by forensic anthropologists with all levels of experience, from beginner to expert
* Includes information from the perspective of the Judiciary in terms of process and expectations of the Court
* Shows how to maintain independence from, and collaborate with other experts
* Presents detailed explanations of current legislation impacting forensic science
Forensic Anthropology and the United States Judicial System is an information-filled guide for practitioners of the rapidly growing field that integrates forensic sciences and the judicial system.
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Part One: Context
Chapter 1: Confrontation: Where Forensic Science Meets the 6th Amendment
Jennifer C. Love and Laura Fulginiti
Chapter 2: "Somewhere in this Twilight": The Circumstances Leading to the NAS Report
Thomas Holland and Christian Crowder
Chapter 3: From the Laboratory to the Witness Stand: Research Trends and Method Validation in Forensic Anthropology
Jonathan D. Bethard, and Elizabeth A. DiGangi
Chapter 4: Expertise and the Expert Witness: Contemporary Educational Foundations of Forensic Anthropology
Katelyn L. Bolhofner and Andrew C. Seidel
Part Two: The Rubber Meets the Road
Chapter 5: Transparency in Forensic Anthropology through the Implementation of Quality Assurance Practices
Julie Fleischman, Michal Pierce and Christian Crowder
Chapter 6: Report Writing and Case Documentation in Forensic Anthropology
Lauren Zephro and Alison Galloway
Chapter 7: Skull Shots: Forensic Photography for Anthropologists
Lauren Zephro and Alison Galloway
Chapter 8: The Peer Review Process: Expectations and Responsibilities
Kristen Hartnett-McCann, Laura Fulginiti, Alison Galloway, and Katherine TaylorXX
Chapter 9: The United States Justice System and Forensic Anthropology: Preparing for Court
Daniel G. Martin and Laura C. Fulginiti
Chapter 10: Litigation Graphics in the Courtroom Presentation of Forensic Anthropology
Gary Hodges
Chapter 11: Maintaining Independence in an Adversarial System: Expert Witness Testimony in Forensic Anthropology
Eric J. Bartelink, Laura Fulginiti, Alison Galloway and Katherine M. Taylor
Chapter 12: Valuing Your Time: Appropriate Calculation of Fees and Expenses as an Expert Witness
Alison Galloway, Eric Bartelink and Kristen Hartnett-McCann
Glossary
Index
About the Editors