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  • Formāts: 256 pages
  • Sērija : Forensic Science in Focus
  • Izdošanas datums: 30-Aug-2019
  • Izdevniecība: John Wiley & Sons Inc
  • ISBN-10: 1119469953
  • ISBN-13: 9781119469957
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  • Formāts: 256 pages
  • Sērija : Forensic Science in Focus
  • Izdošanas datums: 30-Aug-2019
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  • ISBN-13: 9781119469957
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A guide to the interface between forensic anthropology and the United States legal system

Designed for forensic anthropologists at all levels of expertise, Forensic Anthropology and the United States Judicial System offers a comprehensive examination of how to effectively present osteological analyses, research and interpretations in the courtroom. Written by noted experts, the book contains an historical perspective of the topic, a review of current legislation that affects expert testimony as well as vital information on courtroom procedure and judicial expectation of experts. 

A comprehensive book, Forensic Anthropology and the United States Judicial System explains how to prepare case reports and offers suggestions for getting ready for pre-trial interviews. The book also includes detailed information on affidavits, fee structures and dealing with opposing experts. This book is part of the popular Wiley – American Association for Forensic Sciences series and:

  • Offers a unique volume that addresses the interface between forensic anthropology and the legal system
  • Contains detailed guidelines for expert testimony by forensic anthropologists with all levels of experience, from beginner to expert
  • Includes information from the perspective of the Judiciary in terms of process and expectations of the Court
  • Shows how to maintain independence from, and collaborate with other experts
  • Presents detailed explanations of current legislation impacting forensic science

Forensic Anthropology and the United States Judicial System is an information-filled guide for practitioners of the rapidly growing field that integrates forensic sciences and the judicial system.

Notes on contributors xiii
Preface xix
Series preface xxiii
Foreword xxv
Acknowledgments xxix
About the editors xxxi
Glossary xxxiii
Part I Context
1 Confrontation: where forensic science meets the sixth amendment
3(16)
Jennifer C. Love
Laura C. Fulginiti
1.1 Sixth amendment
4(8)
1.1.1 Ohio v. Roberts 448 U.S. 56 (1980). Argued November 26, 1979 -- decided June 23, 1980
5(2)
1.1.2 Crawford v. Washington 541 U.S. 36 (2004). Argued November 10 2003 - decided March 8 2004
7(1)
1.1.3 Melendez-Diaz v. Massachusetts 557 U.S. 305 (2009). Argued November 10 2008 -- decided June 25 2009
8(2)
1.1.4 Bullcoming v. New Mexico 564 U.S. 647 (2011). Argued March 2 2011 -- decided June 23 2011
10(1)
1.1.5 Williams v. Illinois 567 U.S. 50 (2012). Argued December 6 2011 -- decided June 18 2012
11(1)
1.2 Impact on forensic practitioners
12(2)
1.A Appendix
14(3)
1.A. 1 Example of Florida application to compel testimony
16(1)
1.A.2 Example of Arizona court order in response to Florida request
17(1)
References
17(2)
2 "Somewhere in this twilight": the circumstances leading to the National Academy of Sciences' report
19(22)
Thomas Holland
Christian Crowder
2.1 Introduction
19(1)
2.2 The long road to Daubert
20(2)
2.2.1 The Frye standard of general acceptance
20(2)
2.3 The federal rules of evidence
22(2)
2.4 The rise of the toxic tort
24(1)
2.5 Daubert and the supremacy of the FRE
25(3)
2.6 The aftermath of Daubert
28(1)
2.7 Llera Plaza and the assault on fingerprints
28(2)
2.8 Fear, reality, and forensic anthropology
30(1)
2.9 The gauntlet is thrown: the NAS gets involved
31(1)
2.10 The CSI effect
31(1)
2.11 The congressional response
32(1)
2.12 The forensic sciences respond
33(1)
2.13 Picking up the gauntlet
34(1)
2.14 Conclusions
35(2)
Notes
37(1)
References
38(3)
3 From the laboratory to the witness stand: research trends and method validation in forensic anthropology
41(12)
Jonathan D. Bethard
Elizabeth A. DiGangi
3.1 Introduction
41(2)
3.2 Research in forensic anthropology -- a bibliometric survey
43(5)
3.3 Court decisions and research
48(1)
3.4 Conclusion and a path forward
49(1)
Acknowledgments
50(1)
References
50(3)
4 Expertise and the expert witness: contemporary educational foundations of forensic anthropology
53(18)
Katelyn L. Bolhofner
Andrew C. Seidel
4.1 A brief historical overview of the discipline
54(1)
4.2 The educational background of early forensic anthropologists
55(2)
4.3 The forensic anthropologist as expert witness
57(1)
4.4 Current educational programs and training opportunities
58(7)
4.4.1 Contemporary educational programs for forensic anthropologists
59(4)
4.4.2 Casework and training opportunities
63(2)
4.5 Conclusion and future directions
65(2)
References
67(4)
Part II The rubber meets the road
5 Transparency in forensic anthropology through the implementation of quality assurance practices
71(18)
Julie M. Fleischman
Michal L. Pierce
Christian M. Crowder
5.1 Introduction
71(3)
5.2 Overview of laboratory quality assurance and management
74(1)
5.2.1 Corrective and preventive actions
74(1)
5.3 Training and continuous education
74(2)
5.4 Importance of QA for anthropologists
76(1)
5.5 Quality assurance for forensic anthropology methods and equipment
77(2)
5.5.1 Establishing laboratory SOPs
77(2)
5.6 Various measures of quality
79(6)
5.7 Implications of QA in the courtroom
85(1)
5.7.1 Legal rulings affecting anthropology
85(1)
5.8 Accreditation
86(1)
5.9 Conclusions
86(1)
References
87(2)
6 Report writing and case documentation in forensic anthropology
89(20)
Lauren Zephro
Alison Galloway
6.1 The audience(s)
90(1)
6.2 The report begins with documentation of workflow
91(3)
6.3 Chain of custody
94(1)
6.4 Managing the information flow
94(2)
6.5 Processing the remains and storage considerations
96(1)
6.6 Contemporaneous bench notes and standard forms
96(2)
6.7 Casting, radiography, and other methods of documentation
98(1)
6.8 The report
98(8)
6.8.1 Format of the case report
98(1)
6.8.2 Background
99(1)
6.8.3 Condition of the remains
100(1)
6.8.4 Biological profile
101(1)
6.8.5 Trauma analysis
102(3)
6.8.6 Postmortem interval and the time since death
105(1)
6.8.7 Report summary and disposition
106(1)
6.9 Appendices
106(1)
6.10 Final steps
107(1)
6.11 Conclusion
108(1)
References
108(1)
7 Skull shots: forensic photography for anthropologists
109(14)
Lauren Zephro
Alison Galloway
7.1 Equipment
110(1)
7.2 Taking photographs with an eye to courtroom presentation
110(7)
7.3 Labeling photographs
117(1)
7.4 Photomicroscopy and Videography
118(1)
7.5 Image processing
119(1)
7.6 Conclusion
120(1)
References
121(2)
8 The peer review process: expectations and responsibilities
123(18)
Kristen Hartnett-McCann
Laura C. Fulginiti
Alison Galloway
Katherine M. Taylor
8.1 Introduction
123(1)
8.2 Historical use of peer review
124(1)
8.3 Principles underlying peer review in Forensic Anthropology
125(1)
8.4 Available guidance on peer review
126(2)
8.5 Considerations
128(2)
8.6 Current status of peer review in forensic anthropological casework
130(1)
8.7 Recommendations on peer review of forensic anthropology casework
131(5)
8.8 Conclusions
136(1)
Acknowledgments
136(2)
8.A Example of a peer review form (modified from Dana Austin, personal communication)
137(1)
8.B Example of a peer review form (modified from Lauren Zephro, personal communication)
138(1)
References
138(3)
9 The United States justice system and forensic anthropology: preparing for court
141(26)
Daniel G. Martin
Laura C. Fulginiti
9.1 The United States court system
141(2)
9.1.1 Types of cases
142(1)
9.2 Understanding the judicial process
143(8)
9.2.1 The criminal process
144(4)
9.2.2 The civil process
148(3)
9.3 The role of the forensic anthropologist
151(11)
9.3.1 Criminal cases
151(9)
9.3.2 Civil cases
160(2)
9.4 The courtroom: etiquette and pitfalls
162(3)
References
165(2)
10 Litigation graphics in the courtroom presentation of forensic anthropology
167(16)
Gary Hodges
10.1 Color
169(1)
10.2 Font
170(1)
10.3 Layout
170(2)
10.4 Clarity of purpose
172(1)
10.5 The problem-solution approach to visual aids
172(2)
10.6 Case study
174(6)
10.7 Conclusion
180(1)
References
181(2)
11 Maintaining independence in an adversarial system: expert witness testimony in forensic anthropology
183(16)
Eric J. Bartelink
Laura C. Fulginiti
Alison Galloway
Katherine M. Taylor
11.1 Criminal vs. civil cases
185(2)
11.2 Courtroom roles and rules
187(2)
11.3 Case studies
189(7)
11.3.1 Case study 1
189(2)
11.3.2 Case study 2
191(2)
11.3.3 Case study 3
193(2)
11.3.4 Case study 4
195(1)
11.4 Conclusion
196(1)
References
197(2)
12 Valuing your time: appropriate calculation of fees and expenses as an expert witness
199(14)
Alison Galloway
Eric J. Bartelink
Kristen Hartnett-McCann
12.1 History of expert witnesses and compensation
200(1)
12.2 Models of compensation
200(7)
12.2.1 Retainers
201(1)
12.2.2 Fee for service
201(2)
12.2.3 Fee for service considerations
203(2)
12.2.4 Pro bono
205(1)
12.2.5 Reasonable expenses
206(1)
12.3 Unethical billing practices
207(1)
12.4 Invoicing
208(1)
12.5 The professional expert
209(1)
12.6 Conclusions
210(1)
12.A Appendix
211(1)
References
212(1)
Index 213
Edited by

Laura C. Fulginiti Forensic Anthropologist with the Maricopa County Office of the Medical Examiner in the State of Arizona, USA

Kristen Hartnett-McCann Forensic Anthropologist with the State of Connecticut, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, USA

Alison Galloway Forensic Anthropologist at the University of California,??Santa Cruz, USA
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