Firearm and Toolmark Identification

The Scientific Reliability of the Forensic Science Discipline
Erscheinungsjahr 2018
ISBN: 978-0-12-813250-0
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 170 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 236 mm, Gewicht: 455 g

Firearm and Tool Mark Identification: The Scientific Reliability of the Forensic Science Discipline examines the scientific reliability of the firearm and tool mark identification discipline (FATM-ID). It answers two primary questions that are necessary to assess the reliability of FATM-ID, including 1) Do different tools produce different tool marks? and 2) Can a trained examiner reliably distinguish among them? Other books published on the topic have assumed these true and have simply discussed what is involved in the discipline. This book brings together the most recent studies, serving as a well-referenced, single resource that shows that FATM-ID is scientifically reliable.

Intended primarily for firearm and tool mark examiners, this valuable resource serves as a primary requirement for the training of firearm and tool mark examiners. Finally, it will be a valuable resource for attorneys who are seeking to better understand the scientific reliability of FATM-ID. Written by a foremost expert in FATM-ID, the book provides a complete and scientific examination for anyone involved in firearm and tool mark identification.

Zielgruppe

<p>Primary: Firearm and tool mark examiners, Crime Scene Investigators, Law Enforcement and Attorneys. </p> <p>Secondary: Students and instructors studying or teaching firearm and tool mark identification. </p>

Autoren/Hrsg.

Nichols, Ronald

Fachgebiete

• Rechtswissenschaften Strafrecht Kriminologie, Strafverfolgung
• Rechtswissenschaften Strafrecht Rechtsmedizin, Forensik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Introduction2. Tool manufacture theory and practice for the firearm examiner3. Subclass characteristics4. State of the art5. The examination process6. The influence of bias7. Validation of FATM-ID8. Application as seen through the eyes of the courts

Über Autor(innen)

Nichols, Ronald
Ron Nichols is a recognized expert in forensic science, specializing in the discipline of firearm and toolmark identification. He is widely published, especially with respect to the scientific foundations of the discipline and has provided training and consulation nationally and internationally.