The Contribution of Forensic Science to Establishing the Truth in Criminal Proceedings

Abstract

This article is intended to highlight, on the one hand, the role played by forensic science (forensics) among criminal sciences in Romania, and, on the other hand, to present the specifics of forensic science in order to delineate it from other related sciences. Through an interdisciplinary approach, taking into account the fact that forensic technique, forensic tactics and, last but not least, forensic methodology serve the finding of truth in a criminal case, as well as the prevention and/or combating of deeds provided by criminal law, we will emphasise its autonomous nature in relation to other sciences, although the aims of sciences in the field of criminal sciences are common. The delineation of forensic activities from activities specific to other disciplines is essential for the substantiation of criminal policies, for drafting amendments of criminal legislation, putting forward proposals for best interinstitutional/intrainstitutional practices, especially when investigation is carried out by joint teams, and sometimes for transnational crimes.