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Law 101: Legal Guide for the Forensic Expert

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Introduction to Law 101: Legal Guide for the Forensic Expert

This course provides 13 modules and this introduction which is designed to give a comprehensive discussion of recommended practices for the forensic expert to follow when preparing for and testifying in court.

Because laws may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, experts are advised to check with local attorney(s) and become familiar with the laws applicable in the court where they will testify.
 

Taking the Course

Starting the course. Select the top link in the navigation on the right.

Navigating the course. We recommend you go through the course page-by-page using the Forward and Back buttons at the bottom of the page. You may skip around and select lessons using the navigation on the right.

Lessons

Information addressed in this interactive training program is delivered in two modules. Select a module below to begin.

Lesson

Learning Objectives

Sources of Scientific Evidence

Report Writing and Supporting Documentation

Importance of Case Preparation
Subpoenas vs. Promises to Appear
Affidavits
Being a Court-Appointed Expert
Discovery
General Testifying Tips
Depositions
Pretrial
Trial
Post-Trial, Pre-sentencing
Ethics for Experts
Appendix