遗传学、犯罪和司法

Debra Wilson, Senior Lecturer, School of Law, University of Canterbury, New Zealand

As our understanding of genetics increases, its use in criminal justice becomes more attractive. This timely book examines the use of genetic information both in criminal investigations and during the trial process. It discusses current scientific understanding and considers some potential legal, ethical and sociological issues with the use of genetic information. Topics include rights of privacy and consent in obtaining DNA samples, evidentiary issues in court, the impact of genetic evidence on punishment theory and sentencing, and genetic discrimination.

'Genetics, Crime and Justice is a work of significance. This book enlightens its readers to the debate revolving around human genetics and criminal justice, and provokes thought on how to address the competing interests of society and the individual. Overall, the book presents to its readers, those new to the field or its followers, a comprehensive understanding of the role of genetics in relation to criminality and the judicial system along with the myriad of issues surrounding them.'
– Midhat Farzeen, International Social Science Review

‘For a reader who is new to the area, Genetics, Crime and Justice provides a useful overview of the legal, ethical and social issues pertaining to the broad area encapsulated by the book. The reader who is familiar with some sections of the book’s scope will likely gain something of interest from the other connected topics Wilson considers. There is significant merit in such a work — one that brings together this diverse but thematically connected body of knowledge.’
– Current Issues in Criminal Justice