Vol. 8, Issue 10, Part E (2022)

The criminal trial is requiring an increased use of physical evidence and expert testimony regarding the information obtained from crime scene and its examination in labs. It is no longer sufficient for an officer to determine that a crime has been committed and to simply identify and arrest a suspect. The police officer must be able to recreate the circumstances involved in the crime scene and utilizing physical evidence from the individuals involved in crime. The evidence must be supported the criminal charges. It is therefore dependent upon the police officer to make intelligent and effective use of the forensic laboratory as an investigative aid. Accordingly, with the courts placing greater emphasis than ever on physical evidence. The chain of evidence and the integrity of the evidence is being carefully examined and often challenged in court. Therefor use of proper methods is extremely essential in collecting, marking and preserving, evidence.

It is observed that use of forensic science has definitely helped in increased conviction rate in India and non-use of forensic has resulted in increased acquittal rate and cause gross injustice. Moreover, the role of forensic evidence is found inadequate and the gaps need to be filled by seriously considering the reality.