Science and Law
/ˈsaɪəns ænd lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The interdisciplinary study and application of scientific principles and methods within legal contexts to inform judicial decisions, evidence evaluation, and policy-making.
The expert's testimony demonstrated the critical role of science and law in the courtroom.
- (n.) A field examining the interaction between scientific developments and legal systems, including regulation, ethics, and the use of forensic science.
Science and law intersect heavily in cases involving DNA evidence and environmental regulations.
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Commentary
The term broadly encompasses both the application of scientific methods in legal processes and the academic study of their mutual influence; clarity in usage depends on context.
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