Forensics: The Investigative Science
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Without forensic science, innocent people would be wrongfully accused of crimes. Without forensic science, many homicides would be left unsolved and forgotten. Without forensic science, loving families would be left without the satisfaction of knowing that the person responsible for the death of a loved one was punished accordingly. Without forensic science, countless criminals would escape conviction, and be free to perhaps harm others. Without forensic science, murderers would be able to commit more crimes without the fear of being caught. Without forensic science, small pieces of significant evidence would be labeled as unusable.
It is clear that without forensic science, the safety of many people would be in jeopardy. There are many divisions of forensic science. Some include fingerprint identification, blood and DNA detection, and fiber classification. Click the links on the left to view samples and to learn more about each one.
Created by Mckenzie, Annie, Robby, Holly, and Nicole.
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