Medical Jurisprudence: Forensic Science under New Criminal Laws

Medical Jurisprudence: Forensic Science under New Criminal Laws by Prof. Dr. Annu Bahl Mehra and Dr. Suvesh Kumar is about the branch of law that deals with the application of medical knowledge to legal issues. It plays a critical role in both legal and medical fields, especially in cases involving injury, death, forensic investigations, and medical ethics.

This Book of Medical Jurisprudence is with reference to the new criminal laws-Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) 2023, offers an updated understanding of how medical knowledge is applied within the legal system. With the replacement of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), and Indian Evidence Act, medical professionals must now align their medico-legal practices, such as injury reporting, postmortem examinations, and sexual offence documentation, with the revised section numbers and procedural changes. The new laws emphasize clarity, victim protection, and digital integration, affecting how medical evidence is recorded, preserved, and presented in court.

Key Topics Covered:

• Forensic Pathology
  • Determination of cause and time of death
  • Autopsy procedures
  • Postmortem changes
• Injuries and Wounds
  • Classification of wounds
  • Legal significance of different types of injuries
  • Age of wounds, weapon analysis
• Identification Techniques
  • Fingerprinting
  • DNA profiling

The book also emphasizes the new legal expectations regarding victim protection, evidence preservation, and digital integration in forensic investigations, making it a vital reference for anyone navigating the evolving landscape of medical jurisprudence in India.