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OverviewNew Zealand was an early adopter of DNA forensic technology. It has now been 20 years since the Criminal Investigations (Bodily Samples) Act 1995 was introduced, and since then the range and power of DNA forensics, as well as the powers of the state to obtain DNA samples, have expanded rapidly, raising questions about the implications for criminal justice and human rights. This book provides a framework for discussion of these implications, and makes recommendations for how to proceed with laws about the collection and retention of DNA samples from those suspected of committing a crime. It covers the history of the science and law underpinning the use of DNA forensic technology (including comparison with other jurisdictions); the balancing of a suspect's rights with the public interest in reducing crime; and such issues as the DNA sampling of children and youth, familial searching, and the retention of DNA from non-convicted persons. The Collection and Retention of DNA from Suspects in New Zealand provides a thorough and crucial foundation for ongoing consideration of this important and sensitive topic. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Nessa Lynch , Liz CampbellPublisher: Te Herenga Waka University Press Imprint: Victoria University Press Dimensions: Width: 16.50cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 24.10cm Weight: 0.567kg ISBN: 9781776560516ISBN 10: 1776560515 Pages: 270 Publication Date: 12 November 2015 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationDr Liz Campbell is a Senior Lecturer in Criminal Law and Evidence at the University of Edinburgh. Dr Nessa Lynch is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Law at Victoria University of Wellington. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |