Forensic science Misc. Flashcards
What does forensic science do and what are the areas of practice ?
Provide accurate and objective info to reflect events that took place at scene of crime
Chem, bio, physics, serology, DNA work, pathology
History of forensics
Individuals developed principles and techniques used to ID and compare physical evidence
Recognized need to merge practices into single discipline to be applied to criminal justice system
Laws and agencies who regulate the environment and involve forensic science
EPA➡️environment protection agency
OSHA➡️ organization safety and health
FDA➡️ federal drug administration
SEC➡️security e. Commission
Forensic science research and training center
Est. 1981
New and reliable methods of forensic science
Other forensic science services
➡️forensic psychiatry
➡️forensic odentology
➡️forensic engineering
➡️forensic computer and digital analysis