Reliability and Admissibility of Fingerprint Evidence in India
Abstract
Fingerprint has been long considered one of the most reliable types of forensic evidence used for identification in criminal investigations. Fingerprints are unique and permanent, making them useful in determining a suspect's identity and linking individuals to crime scenes. Fingerprint evidence has been accepted as a significant kind of expert evidence by Indian courts. Yet, questions regarding the scientific integrity of human fingerprint examination methods as well as issues related to human error, technology and procedural safeguards continue to warrant interest from the academic community and courts. This paper explores the legal regime surrounding fingerprint evidence in India. It finds that fingerprint evidence is still very persuasive, but the evidentiary value of fingerprints depends on proper collection, preservation, scientific examination and expert interpretation.bstract not available
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Fingerprint Evidence; Forensic Science; Expert Opinion; How to cite the article
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