How to cross-examine forensic scientists: A guide for lawyers

Author(s)
Edmond, Gary
Martire, Kristy
Kemp, Richard
Hamer, David
Hibbert, Brynn
Ligertwood, Andrew
Porter, Glenn
San Roque, Mehera
Searston, Rachel
Tangen, Jason
Thompson, Matthew
White, David
Publication Date
2014
Abstract
This article is a resource for lawyers approaching the cross-examination of forensic scientists (and other expert witnesses). Through a series of examples, it provides information that will assist lawyers to explore the probative value of forensic science evidence, in particular forensic comparison evidence, on the voir dire and at trial. Questions covering a broad range of potential topics and issues, including relevance, the expression of results, codes of conduct, limitations and errors, are supplemented with detailed commentary and references to authoritative reports and research on the validity and reliability of forensic science techniques.
Citation
Australian Bar Review, 39(2), p. 174-197
ISSN
0814-8589
Link
Language
en
Publisher
LexisNexis Butterworths
Title
How to cross-examine forensic scientists: A guide for lawyers
Type of document
Journal Article
Entity Type
Publication

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