Abstract
This short article outlines the development of an educational package to bring forensic science into the law curriculum. It details a current project at Leeds University, in collaboration with forensic science educators from Staffordshire University.
Highlights
Such omissions should be of concern when the legal system has recourse to science with increasing frequency, within the realms of criminal law
This shortfall in legal training can be contrasted with the situation in forensic science departments, where there is emphasis placed upon students learning the science, and the legal context and the operation of the law
Forensic science students learn about courtroom etiquette and present their scientific findings as an expert witness having investigated a crime scene scenario
Summary
Such omissions should be of concern when the legal system has recourse to science with increasing frequency, within the realms of criminal law. Forensic science students learn about courtroom etiquette and present their scientific findings as an expert witness having investigated a crime scene scenario.
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