ETX 20 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Misdemeanor, Gas Chromatography, Comparison Microscope
1 Jul 2016
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Forensic science envelops any science that relates to public policy. Criminalistics and forensic science go hand in hand. Crim. focuses on criminal and civil laws. Laws that are enforced by police in the criminal justice system. Major goal to sequester those who do not follow the rules. Standard of proof: beyond a reasonable doubt. Torts: plaintiff (victim) to obtain compensation from defendant. Defendant is not facing misdemeanor or felony, the goal is just to get monetary compensation. Standard of proof: preponderance of evidence (more likely than not) Role as impartial analyst, not part of prosecution or defense team. Remain within areas of expertise in offering opinion. Open to challenge by opposing counsel - judge decides. Development of crime labs in the us has been characterized by rapid growth accompanied by a lack of national and regional planning and coordination. 350 public crime labs operate at various levels of govt -- federal, state, county, and municipal.
