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National Institute of Justice (NIJ) (see reuse policy).
Four categories of ethical problems may create conflict for the expert witness in the legal system:
- Unethical conduct of forensic witnesses (i.e., dishonest expert testimony).
- Admissibility of expert testimony.
- Negligent performance of expert service.
- Inter-professional relations.
An examination of problems and solutions can provide guidance for ethical conduct, keeping in mind that objectivity is for the expert, and advocacy is for the attorney.
Date Created: August 7, 2023
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