| Entomology and the Law: Flies as Forensic Indicators Contributor(s): Greenberg, Bernard (Author), Kunich, John Charles (Author) |
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ISBN: 0521809150 ISBN-13: 9780521809153 Publisher: Cambridge University Press OUR PRICE: $133.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2002 Annotation: Insect-related evidence is one of the most powerful, least understood examples of modern forensic science. Entomology and the Law is a detailed roadmap from crime scene to courtroom--for entomologists, law enforcement personnel and lawyers preparing for trial. Part I focuses on carrion flies as forensic indicators, exploring relevant biology clearly and concisely illustrated by real-life cases. Part II is a thorough examination of the law of scientific evidence worldwide, complete with caselaw, applicable code provisions, and legal issues relevant to the admissibility and use of forensic entomology in litigation. |
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| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Forensic Medicine - Law | Forensic Science - Law | Criminal Law - General |
| Dewey: 614.1 |
| LCCN: 2002073446 |
| Physical Information: 0.75" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.41 lbs) 330 pages |
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Contributor Bio(s): Greenberg, Bernard: - Bernard Greenberg is Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biological Sciences, University of Illinois, Chicago.Kunich, John Charles: - John C. Kunich is Professor of Law in the School of Law at Roger Williams University, Rhode Island. |
