Genetic Testimony: A Guide to Forensic DNA Profiling (Booklet) [Paperback]

Charlotte A. Spencer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 013142338X | ISBN-13: 978-0131423381 | Publication Date: July 24, 2003

The book explains the subject of modern DNA profiling in straightforward language, and is aimed at readers with little background in science or biotechnology. A valuable resource for people needing to be informed about the methods, uses, and shortcomings of DNA profiling, it introduces basic concepts of genetics and biotechnology in the context of one of the most important developments in modern criminal investigation. This book raises controversial questions about the uses and potential misuses of DNA forensics; and illustrates issues by presenting recent criminal cases involving DNA profiling. A useful reference for law offices, legal clinics, law enforcement, defense lawyers, prosecutors, judges and the media, as it provides basic explanations of the science of, and issues surrounding, DNA forensics.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This is an excellent work. Spencer has done an excellent job of converting difficult scientific concepts into terms that can be understood by the public." — Elliott Goldstein, Associate Professor of Biology, Arizona State University

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In the last decade, forensic DNA profiling has emerged as a powerful method to identify the guilty and exonerate the innocent. What makes it such a powerful technique? How does DNA profiling work? What are the advantages and drawbacks to the technology, and how is DNA profiling changing the way the criminal justice system functions? This guide answers these questions by outlining the basic methods used in forensic DNA profiling and explaining how DNA evidence has the power to convict or exonerate. Extraordinary stories illustrate how this new technology is expanding and transforming criminal justice systems across the globe.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Benjamin Cummings (July 24, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 013142338X
• ISBN-13: 978-0131423381
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.8 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #400,658 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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