Forensic Technologies in the Courtroom: A Multi-Disciplinary Analysis

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Author(s): Vincenzo Antonio Sainato (City University of Seattle, Seattle, USA)and Jessica A. Giner (City University of Seattle, Seattle, USA)
Copyright: 2020
Pages: 17
Source title: Digital Forensics and Forensic Investigations: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Information Resources Management Association (USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-3025-2.ch020

Keywords: Criminal Science and Forensics / Digital Crime & Forensics / Information Science Reference / Security & Forensics

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Forensic animation is the use of digital animation technologies to recreate or simulate an event for use as probative evidence in a court proceeding. Acceptance by courts of this technology varies by jurisdiction. Some courts disallow its use because of the technology's prejudicial impact when weighed against the probative value and perceived tendency to bias jurors; such courts typically do not consider the relevant legal psychology research. This article examines the body of scientific evidence with respect to value of the technology, with a focus on criminal proceedings. It concludes with a policy recommendation for courts to employ in light of these considerations.

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