Forensic Science In Criminal Investigation

Abstract

Forensic science is an essential branch of the criminal justice system as it brings together crime scene reconstruction and crime scene management. As it has been quoted that “facts do not lie, men can and do”, it is very essential to have a system that relies completely upon science and helps in an overt examination of evidence. Forensic science deals with varied branches like biology and serology, chemistry and toxicology, questioned documents, fingerprints, arson and ballistics, digital forensics, and thus the range of crimes that it can employ its resources to is very high. Also, developing branches like forensic odontology, entomology, wildlife forensic, and palynology has increased the application of forensic science in widespread crimes’ investigation. Starting from identification of potential evidence, their ideal collection, packaging, forwarding to specific departments, the examination of that evidence, and the display of the results in the court of law following the proper chain of custody is guided by forensic science. Newer analytical methods have come up that can join hands with the judicial system to effectively reduce crime rates and deliver faster justice in India.