Role of scientific evidence in the judiciary system: A Systematic Review

Authors

  • Khyati Rao
  • Rajiv Ratan Singh
  • Pradeep Kumar Yadav
  • Sachin Kumar Tripathi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v17i4.19945

Keywords:

Court system Forensic Evidence, Justice, Legalproceedings, Scientific evidence, etc.

Abstract

Background: Scientific evidence plays a crucial role in modern legal systems, enabling fact-finders to arrive at
logical conclusions in a variety of cases. However, the credibility of scientific evidence can be a major challenge for
judges and juries. Evidence laws provide limitations on the admissibility and presentation of evidence in criminal
proceedings, protecting a defendant’s right to a fair trial and enabling the efficient conduct of criminal trials.
Forensic science has become an essential component of criminal justice, aiding in the identification of the guilty
and the prevention of wrongful convictions. As such, the use of scientific evidence in criminal proceedings must
continue to be prioritized and protected.
Aim-The goal is to examine how forensic science plays a part in the judicial system, particularly how it may be
used to establish facts, establish guilt, and provide justice.
Methods-A review of the literature on a few of the older studies from various journals and databases was
conducted. They searched a computerized database. Studies that were deemed relevant to the current objective
were picked at random.
Result- Forensic evidence plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system in India. It provides an objective and
scientific basis for establishing the guilt or innocence of a suspect, identifying perpetrators of crime, and establishing
the facts of a case. The use of forensic evidence in criminal trials promotes transparency and accountability in the
criminal justice system and helps to ensure that justice is served.

Author Biographies

  • Khyati Rao

    Research Student University of Lucknow, Lucknow Uttar Pradesh India

  • Rajiv Ratan Singh

    Professor (Jr), Department of Emergency Medicine, Dr.RML Institute of Medical Sciences Lucknow, India, Lucknow, India

  • Pradeep Kumar Yadav

    Assistant Professor, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Dr. Ram ManoharLohia Institute Lucknow,

  • Sachin Kumar Tripathi

    Scientific Assistant,Toxicology Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, King George’s Medical
    University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

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Published

2023-10-16

How to Cite

Role of scientific evidence in the judiciary system: A Systematic Review. (2023). Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, 17(4), 79-83. https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v17i4.19945