Forensic Science in Criminal Investigation under New Laws of Crimes

Forensic Science in Criminal Investigation under New Laws of Crimes is a comprehensive guide to the application of forensic science under India's new criminal law framework comprising the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023. Updated with developments from 2024-2026, the book explains the legal, procedural, and practical integration of forensic science into criminal investigations. Combining statutory analysis with operational guidance, it serves as a valuable reference for professionals involved in investigation, prosecution, adjudication, forensic practice, and legal education.

Key Features:

• Explains mandatory forensic crime scene investigation under BNSS Section 176(3) and expanded evidence collection powers under BNSS Section 349.
• Provides detailed guidance on handling electronic and digital evidence, including mobile devices, CCTV footage, cloud data, metadata, and forensic certification requirements.
• Includes investigation SOPs, chain of custody protocols, medico-legal checklists, specimen reporting formats, and forensic workflow flowcharts.
• Features comparative tables mapping provisions of the IPC, CrPC, and Indian Evidence Act with their counterparts in the new criminal laws.
• Examines the phased implementation of forensic reforms, infrastructure development, laboratory accreditation, and evolving investigative practices.
• Discusses the evidentiary value of forensic reports, compliance requirements, and the roles of investigators, forensic experts, prosecutors, defence counsel, and judicial officers.

This book is an essential resource for police and investigating officers, forensic science and forensic medicine professionals, cybercrime investigators, digital forensic analysts, prosecutors, defence advocates, judicial officers, and forensic laboratory personnel.