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The Importance of Forensic Science in the Criminal Justice System

By Baker Associates

Forensic science plays an integral role in the criminal justice system. Well-trained forensic scientists and medical examiners can be the determining factor in the ability of evidence to adequately represent the facts of a case. Forensic science can be used in almost any criminal case; however, investigations of homicide, rape, and arson are those that benefit the most from forensic science. Everyone is familiar with the television show ?C.S.I.? While this show involves a lot of idealism, and often times skews the reality of forensic science, at its core ?C.S.I.? represents the importance that quality forensic science can play in a complicated case. In complicated cases, and even in relatively simple ones, the most minute of details can become paramount to a successful prosecution or defense...continue to full post

Full post as published by Tennessee Criminal Lawyer Blog on March 30, 2009 (boomark / email).