The use of science & technology in service to children in the courts by Donnelly, Michael Edmond, 1950- instant download

The use of science & technology in service to children in the courts by Donnelly, Michael Edmond, 1950- instant download

66 pages ; 24 cm, \"Scientific evidence plays a growing role in many court cases concerning the abuse and deaths of children. This book explores the early history of scientific evidence in America and then examines the nature and value of collaborations between scientists and lawyers on behalf of children. Looking closely at several of these collaborations, including forensic dentistry and x-ray technology, this book outlines patterns of successful joint efforts to prove or disprove abuse cases in courts and outlines how scientists and lawyers can jointly transform court's handling of children's matters, and move them in a more humane and ethical direction.\"--BOOK JACKET, Introduction -- Children's rights in American courts -- The admission of scientific evidence -- Legal and scientific collaboration for children -- The Twinkie defense -- The prediction of violence -- Shaken infant syndrome -- Biological and chemical abuse of children -- Bite mark evidence -- Cameras and technology in courts -- Biochemical evidence of the sexual abuse of children -- Conclusions, Includes bibliographical references