Forensic science has become increasingly important within contemporary criminal
justice, from criminal investigation through to courtroom deliberations, and an
increasing number of agencies and individuals are having to engage with its
contribution to contemporary justice.
This Handbook aims to provide an authoritative map of the landscape of forensic
science within the criminal justice system of the UK. It sets out the essential
features of the subject, covering the disciplinary, technological,
organizational and legislative resources that are brought together to make up
contemporary forensic science practice.
It is the first full-length publication which reviews forensic science in a
wider political, economic, social, technological and legal context, identifying
emerging themes