Columbia University Press Genetic Justice by Columbia University Press - Law Book

Explore the complex intersection of biotechnology and civil liberties with Genetic Justice. This book examines how national DNA databanks have evolved from tools used to catalogue violent criminals and sex offenders into systems that may now include individuals who have only been arrested, without charges or convictions. As forensic DNA science and biotechnology continue to advance, the public remains largely unaware of the scale of these changes. This work addresses the growing concerns among citizens regarding the unfettered collection of DNA profiles and the potential impact on basic freedoms and rights. Written by leading authors in the field, this text provides a necessary look at how modern forensic science impacts the legal landscape and individual privacy.