Study on Forensics

Forensic psychology is one of the newest sub-specialties in psychology to be recognized by the American Psychological Association (APA). Due to television shows like Criminal Minds and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, the career as a criminal profiler has been exemplified before our eyes as the actors create criminal profiles of the suspects that they called UNSUBs (Ward 2013). Even though these are interesting shows, they generally give us a misconception of the role of forensic psychologists. Through the development of this new aspect of psychology, a definition would be the best way to put this field into perspective. Forensic psychology is the application of psychological knowledge within the criminal justice system (Ireland 2011). A forensic

Nearly anyone you ask would be familiar with the television show CSI. The crime lab is colorful and high-tech with all of the fun toys and machines that analysts use to test the ever abundant amount of forensic evidence from every crime scene. It makes for an exciting drama that you cannot help but get immersed in—it also gives us a false illusion, however, creating what has been dubbed as the “CSI effect” (Baskin, 2011). This effect describes the idea that crime shows such as CSI generate unreal expectations, making viewers believe that forensic evidence should be existent in all criminal trials, therefore affecting their overall perspective on a case (Baskin, 2011). But in reality, forensic labs are not that glamorous. In fact, the

As human overpopulation increases, there will be a lack of resources and basic necessities that will become scarcer elevating crime rates. The broad field of forensics has numerous jobs that specialize in a specific duty. It provides and analyzes evidence in laboratories or offices that helps both state and local police departments solve crimes. As technology advances it also aids in the advancement of forensics. Forensic Science Technicians are required to have a variety of distinctive skills to assist in criminal investigations.

In order to effectively work in this area, Forensic psychologists must know the court’s expectations.They must be credible, competent, and concise being able to explain to the court how they arrived at their

The foundation of all Forensic practice is in practicing, maintaining and protecting integrity and continuity of evidence as it establishes credibility and reliability in court and makes certain that any fabrication, misunderstanding, bias’s or even mistakes, have not occurred.

Criminal justice systems must ensure the review of the forensic science by providing standardization of the interpretation of evidence. Trusting that the system at hand which relies upon an adversary system can ensure adequate protection from faulty forensic science is unrealized (Gershman, 2007). Most importantly is the lack of checks and balances in a judicial system where according to the Bureau of Justice Department (2011), 90 to 95% of criminal cases in state and federal level are resolved by plea bargain (3). Forensic science should be validated before its use through empirical standardized, and the court system must subscribe to the ethical use of forensics to serve justice (Garrett & Neufeld, 2009). Prosecutorial misconduct contributes significantly to wrongful convictions (Joy,2006). Examples are not isolated nor rare, and conclusion coupled with unprincipled motivation requires a more stringent requirements ethics, transparency, and standardization (Joy,2006). Criminal justice systems do not identify innocent defendants, thereby losing significant factors that contribute to wrongful conviction (Gould, J. et al., 2013). Police and the courts continuously increase their reliance on forensic science to corroborate evidence, signifying the necessity for validation and standardization (Strom, K., & Hickman, M., 2015). However, we must embrace that flawed forensics impacts our criminal justice system and can contribute to the death of the innocent. Blind faith in a proven imperfect system jeopardizes

When completing a crime scene sketch, it is important to include specific information on each sketch. There should be the title block which contains the case number, the agency number, the name and title of the artist, the location of the scene, and the date and time at which the sketch was created. It might also state the victim’s name, the names of any suspects, or the type of crime. The title block should appear in the lower right corner of the sketch paper. The legend should contain the key to the identity

Forensics and the Quintilian making students as good people through effective speaking, sincere, and persuasive presentation, logical reasoning. Motivate students to be honest and efforts for it is impossible to regard as gifted with intelligence those who, when they are offered the choice between the two paths of virtue and vice, choose the later.” – Quintilian (The Instituio Oratoria). Zeidler and Kirch (1999) pointed that “success in competitive environments increases self-esteem, grace under pressure, and may also pay off in educational opportunities” (p. 8). but are actively participating in becoming better communicators by participating in forensics” (p. 15). Hinck (2003) get jobs, and pursue careers beyond competitive forensics. contend.

The Locard’s Exchange Principle is a specific concept that was developed by Dr. Locard in 1877 through 1966. In my opinion, I believe that the Locard’s Exchange Principle is when two things come into contact in exchange into something that is going to happen. What does this mean for evidence or any crime scene for when a criminal goes into a place where both leave something as well as take something away into terms of evidence which can result into having physical contact with any scene? I believe that no matter where a criminal goes, that criminal can leave all sorts of evidence such as DNA, fingerprints, footprints, hair, blood, pieces of clothing,

According to Young and Ortmeier (2011), the forensic value of firearm and ballistics evidence is associated with the ability to link the firearm to the crime and the shooter. Markings and striations of the firearm on expended cartridge casings and projectile discovered at a crime are collected and compared to known bullets in a database of known firearm types and test-fired bullets. By checking these national databases, the firearm can be linked to several crimes or not connected to any crimes whatsoever. However, other evidence such as DNA and fingerprints can be linked to other crimes and therefore can link the person to the crime as well (Ortmeier, 2011).

For many years criminal profiling has been used in crime shows such as CSI, Law & Order, and Criminal Minds. The audience is always on edge and thrilled as to how they accurately and briskly catch the perpetrator; and get a detailed and heart felt confession at the end of the hour long episode. However, as we have focused on in this Psychology class, that is not an accurate portrayal of the real thing. Criminal profiling and forensic science is useful, but can we really say exactly how useful they are in the real world? In this article review, it focuses on the crime solving tools used in history, the evolvement of forensic science and the explanation of criminal profiling and its actual use in real life cases, it is titled “The Utilization

At the age of seven my IDEAL goal was to be able to be successful in life and to go into the field

It was 1990 in Goldsboro, North Carolina where the killer recognized as the “Night Stalker” roamed the neighbourhoods, viciously attacking and murdering several elderly women. One of who had been assaulted in March through a violent rape and almost murdered if it wasn’t for her daughter’s early arrival. Authorities had then found materials in the house that were mistakenly left behind by the perpetrator, which had the intention to be used to burn down the residence and victim in an attempt to conceal any possible chance of identification of the suspect. Three months later, the same crime had been committed along with the following death of her husband. This house was then engulfed in flames by the perpetrator in attempt to cover the crime, however fire/rescue personnel managed to swiftly haul the bodies out from the house to test for any possible biological evidence. By comparing the vaginal swabs from both the criminal offences, it

Forensic psychology gives a speculative standpoint on comprehending human behavior from a scientific methodology in relation to the legal system. With this mind, forensic psychologist possess various professional positions, such as conducting assessment to select appropriate candidates for correctional and police officers, assist with autopsies for insurance claims, assist with disability claims, and evaluation in custody hearing (Bartol & Bartol, 2012). However, this piece will examine the role of forensic psychologist providing expert testimonies under the Daubert Standard.

Through the inclusion of a Response Readiness Plan, Coordination Plan, and Metrics involving both the case itself and the organization, a more quality investigation will be performed. Should examiners know their roles and responsibilities, and be held accountable for them, an examination can be performed in the most appropriate manner possible with the highest success rate in regards to prosecution or evidence admissible in court. An examiner needs to realize that all of these key components are important for a case and should be followed to achieve the best results. Investigators can and will perform to the level at which they are trained and are legally abled. In large environment forensics, this task can become much more difficult pending