Biometrics, Crime and Security (Law, Science and Society)

Synopsis

This book addresses the use of biometrics – including fingerprint identification, DNA identification and facial recognition – in the criminal justice system: balancing the need to ensure society is protected from harms, such as crime and terrorism, while also preserving individual rights. It offers a comprehensive discussion of biometric identification that includes a consideration of: basic scientific principles, their historical development, the perspectives of political philosophy, critical security and surveillance studies; but especially the relevant law, policy and regulatory issues. Developments in key jurisdictions where the technology has been implemented, including the United Kingdom, United States, Europe and Australia, are examined. This includes case studies relating to the implementation of new technology, policy, legislation, court judgements, and where available, empirical evaluations of the use of biometrics in criminal justice systems. Examples from non-western areas of the world are also considered. Accessibly written, this book will be of interest to undergraduate, postgraduate and research students, academic researchers, as well as professionals in government, security, legal and private sectors.

Copyright:

2018

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9781351724029

Related ISBNs:

9781315182056, 9780815378068, 9780815378068, 9781138742802, 9781138742802

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

06/22/19

Copyrighted By:

Marcus Smith, Monique Mann and Gregor Urbas

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Science, Business and Finance, Technology, Social Studies, Law, Legal Issues and Ethics, Politics and Government

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