Forensics

Paper Summary:

The paper explains the primary focus of forensic science in the field of criminal investigation and goes on to discuss how the field of forensics is extremely varied and wide-ranging. The paper relates that anyone entering into this field can be assured of an interesting and rewarding career with numerous opportunities for specialization and advancement.

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Introduction
The Extent and Purpose of Forensics

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"In very general terms, forensics can be defined as the application of science to law. (A Career In Forensic Science: What is Forensic Science?) A common definition of the term forensics is: "The use of science and technology to investigate and establish facts in criminal or civil courts of law" ( Forensics).
"Forensics is usually referred to in the context of criminal cases and investigations. This discipline influences the study of criminal cases and is involved in the exploration of associations between suspects and criminal actions through scientific investigation. There are many areas and aspects of forensics and a career in this field can be varied. For instance, some forensic scientists specialize in drug crime investigations and analyze data and specimens to determine drug abuse. (A Career In Forensic Science: What is Forensic Science?)"

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