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Insect-related evidence is one facet of modern forensic science of particular use when there has been a suspicious death. Greenberg (emeritus, biological sciences, U. of Illinois at Chicago) addresses the entomological aspects of the science, while Kunich (Roger Williams U. School Law) discusses the evaluation and utilization of the entomological evidence in litigation. Chapters cover the forensic biology of flies; the investigation of eggs, larvae, pupae, and adults in dead bodies; problems in estimating the time of death; the admissibility of entomology evidence; and optimal use of evidence.Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Book Description
Insect-related evidence is one of the most powerful, least understood examples of modern forensic science. Entomology and the Law is a detailed roadmap from crime scene to courtroom--for entomologists, law enforcement personnel and lawyers preparing for trial. Part I focuses on carrion flies as forensic indicators, exploring relevant biology clearly and concisely illustrated by real-life cases. Part II is a thorough examination of the law of scientific evidence worldwide, complete with caselaw, applicable code provisions, and legal issues relevant to the admissibility and use of forensic entomology in litigation.

Book Info
Provides a detailed roadmap that can be followed from crime scene to courtroom by entomologists, law enforcement personnel and lawyers preparing for trial.

Glossary; Part I: Preface to Part I; 1. A history of flies; 2. Forensic biology of flies; 3. Estimating time of death; 4. Keys to the eggs, larvae, pupae and adults of some forensically important flies; 5. The fly in court; Entomological references; Part II: Preface to Part II; 6. The law of scientific evidence; 7. The admissibility of forensic entomology evidence; 8. The introduction and optimal use of forensic entomology evidence at trial; Conclusion; Index.