Genetics, Crime and Justice
Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Law, Medical Law & Legislation, Criminal law
| Author: | Debra Wilson | ISBN: | 9781783478828 |
| Publisher: | Edward Elgar Publishing | Publication: | August 28, 2015 |
| Imprint: | Language: | English |
| Author: | Debra Wilson |
| ISBN: | 9781783478828 |
| Publisher: | Edward Elgar Publishing |
| Publication: | August 28, 2015 |
| Imprint: | |
| Language: | English |
As our understanding of genetics increases, its use in criminal justice becomes more attractive. This timely book examines the use of genetic information both in criminal investigations and during the trial process. It discusses current scientific understanding and considers some potential legal, ethical and sociological issues with the use of genetic information. Topics include rights of privacy and consent in obtaining DNA samples, evidentiary issues in court, the impact of genetic evidence on punishment theory and sentencing, and genetic discrimination.
As our understanding of genetics increases, its use in criminal justice becomes more attractive. This timely book examines the use of genetic information both in criminal investigations and during the trial process. It discusses current scientific understanding and considers some potential legal, ethical and sociological issues with the use of genetic information. Topics include rights of privacy and consent in obtaining DNA samples, evidentiary issues in court, the impact of genetic evidence on punishment theory and sentencing, and genetic discrimination.
