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Law 101: Legal Guide for the Forensic Expert

Law 101: Legal Guide for the Forensic Expert

National Institute of Justice
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This course provides 13 modules and this introduction which is designed to give a comprehensive discussion
of recommended practices for the forensic expert to follow when preparing for and testifying in court.
Because laws may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, experts are advised to check with local attorney
and become familiar with the laws applicable in the court where they will testify.

The thirteen modules include:

1. Sources of Scientific Evidence
2. Report Writing and Supporting Documentation
3. Importance of Case Preparation
4. Subpoenas vs. Promises to Appear
5. Affidavits
6. Being a Court-Appointed Expert
7. Discovery
8. General Testifying Tips
9. Depositions
10. Pretrial
11. Trial
12. Post-Trial, Pre-Sentencing
13. Ethics for Experts

Learning Objectives

After completing the introductory module, the user should:

· Know the role of an expert witness.
· Know the difference between lay and expert opinions.
· Be able to define technical terms and complex processes in everyday language.
· Realize that standard operating procedures must be correctly applied in laboratories.

Comprehend that the expert must remain impartial in testing, report writing and testimony, regardless
of the proffering party's identity.
Format
Kindle Edition

Law 101: Legal Guide for the Forensic Expert

National Institute of Justice
2/5 ( ratings)
Read Download
This course provides 13 modules and this introduction which is designed to give a comprehensive discussion
of recommended practices for the forensic expert to follow when preparing for and testifying in court.
Because laws may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, experts are advised to check with local attorney
and become familiar with the laws applicable in the court where they will testify.

The thirteen modules include:

1. Sources of Scientific Evidence
2. Report Writing and Supporting Documentation
3. Importance of Case Preparation
4. Subpoenas vs. Promises to Appear
5. Affidavits
6. Being a Court-Appointed Expert
7. Discovery
8. General Testifying Tips
9. Depositions
10. Pretrial
11. Trial
12. Post-Trial, Pre-Sentencing
13. Ethics for Experts

Learning Objectives

After completing the introductory module, the user should:

· Know the role of an expert witness.
· Know the difference between lay and expert opinions.
· Be able to define technical terms and complex processes in everyday language.
· Realize that standard operating procedures must be correctly applied in laboratories.

Comprehend that the expert must remain impartial in testing, report writing and testimony, regardless
of the proffering party's identity.
Format
Kindle Edition

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