Principles and Practice of Criminalistics

Expanding on ideas proposed by leading thinkers throughout the history of forensic science, this book outlines a logical framework for the examination of physical evidence in a criminalistics laboratory. It reexamines prevailing criminalistics concepts in light of both technical and intellectual advances and provides a way of conceptualizing physical evidence from its origin through its interpretation. Contextually, the book explains what forensic scientists do and discusses the philosophical and practical considerations that affect the conduct of their work. It is a tremendously valuable reference for professionals involved in forensic science and other related fields.