Forensic Scientific Evidence: Problems and Pitfalls in India
Journal: International Journal of Forensic Science & Pathology (IJFP) (Vol.03, No. 02)Publication Date: 2015-02-25
Authors : V.R.Dinkar;
Page : 79-84
Keywords : Forensic Scientific Evidence; Chain of Custody; Individualization; Reliability; Admissibility;
Abstract
Forensic science, the sibling of science has transformed the criminal adjudication especially the criminal trial process. There is no doubt about the role of forensic science in helping the judiciary in settling issues which are outside the ken of judges. However, nowadays forensic scientists as well as the stakeholders in the legal community are facing serious criticisms from different levels regarding its reliability and the capability of the legal community to screen it. Several problems and pitfalls are there which directly affect the trustworthiness of the forensic science. It starts from the very initial stage of crime scene investigation and continues up to the stage of trial. In the legal setting, the major problem is the difference in between the scientific and legal community concerning the sphere of interaction. It is high time to find out the real problems and to correct it unless it would result in serious miscarriage of justice.
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