Intersection of Justice, Crime Scene Investigation and Forensic Evidence in Pakistani Court

Abstract

The criminal justice system in any jurisdiction demands that the charges against the accused should be proved beyond any doubt. The forensic science helps in restructuring and reconstruction of all the events happened at the crime scene. Although those events are not eye witnessed by the investigators, but certain elements help the forensic expert and crime scene investigator to link the ends of the broken pieces of evidence and reconstruct a story. This article underpins the fact that the evidence must be observed in its context and background. The forensic science encompasses various areas of scientific study which enable the law enforcement agencies to prove the legal cases. The article suggests that the crime scene investigation needs proper, accurate and attentive operation, documentation of crime scene, and collection of evidence. During the collection of evidence certain precautions must be kept in mind while dealing with the hazardous and fragile material.