Forensics Experts: Their role in Today's Jurisdiction & Security

Almost 2 years ago while i signed-up for branch of studies in Forensics i did not exactly pinpoint it's relevance or usefulness, it was only about the closest good thing one could find, However, over the last 6 months i've realised that there is a whole new world in there, there is a vast infinite resources of information in Forensics, now i am not just talking about Digital Forensics Science but Forensics in its own totality.

Fields of forensics span wide across various studies of life as described on the table below

 It is most likely that most of you have or currently undergoing training on one of the above mentioned field of study but not the forensics part of it.

Now what point am i trying to raise here; from the definition i got

1. The art or study of formal debate; argumentation.
2. The use of science and technology to investigate and establish facts in criminal or civil courts of law.
3. Now is i add my own definition to the Second we will have;  The use of science and technology to investigate and establish facts out or in criminal/civil courts of law .

It is true its meaning relating to debate but in the 21st century the second definition  really depicts what Forensic is. the reason i had to add my own definition is cause these days most individuals or firms pay for the services of forensic experts and their results might not even be taken or used for any court proceedings in this case to assure some certain level of control over a situation or ensure adequate security.

Evidence

Now about the Boston bombings;
Several days after the Boston incidents the Government now has a lead on suspects, if you read this CNN article on evidence acquisition you would confirm what i will be saying. For the government to ensure security they have placed their bets on certain lads (who will most likely not be a police officer) for cracking down the suspects, Obama bragged (we will find you and hold you responsible) he is quite sure the Video/Photo Experts will be able to build a story from the thousands Gigs of Vids and pics they have collected, in other words the Apprehension of the suspects will whole fall on the Forensic teams though the final decision is not theirs to make but their input is overly valued hence a huge dependency on forensics.

It might now just be Digital Forensics analyst that will try to analyse evidence but a cross section ranging to even forensic psychology, thats how wide it could get. They must be able to reconstruct the scene the best way they can, to write a story and document how and why they think their story is viable.

Digital Forensics Evidence from a PC

Make no mistake, the job of Forensic expert rest not only on LEAs as they also have huge roles to play in the private sector especially of late, you will find them in police departments, government agencies, investigation and security service organizations, prosecutors’ offices, law firms, medical and diagnostic laboratories, insurance companies, hospitals and consulting firms. Some specialists are self-employed, such as those who offer testimony as expert witnesses.

A Kit for LEAs that can see through your computer, be it old, new broken or whatever the case may be

In conclusion the main job of these analyst is to give the police or any law enforcement agency a narrowed lead to further the investigation just like  "dismantling a PC unit to find the burnt circuit or diode" or "diagnosing a patient to know what you will treat him for" The job to establish a tiny piece of fact in comparison to that of narrowing down a point is a whole lot of work with great amount of resources.
The role of these people Forensic analyst still remains hidden but very effective in todays activities, helping judges give verdicts on cases, helping police and other LEA (Law Enforcement Agencies) carry out their duties effectively to ensure security and even for private companies, with forensics data leakage are traced and stopped which affirms a company's position and profit in the market.
 
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