In forensics, there is often a difficulty conveying critical scientific terms to investigators, attorneys, juries, and even court reporters. Forensic Science Glossary is a single source reference that contains the spelling and definitions of commonly used terms found in forensic environments. This glossary of words and their meanings covers important areas of forensic science, including the relevant toxicology, documents, drug chemistry, criminalistics, ballistics, and DNA analysis. It is the first forensic glossary to integrate such a wide variety of topics.

In Forensic Science: An Illustrated Dictionary, the author of the critically acclaimed Forensic Science Glossary expands his coverage to provide the widest possible view of this growing discipline. He defines words in the forensic areas of pathology, ontology, anthropology, entomology, computer crime, arson investigation, engineering, and psychology. He also expands the word-base for DNA, questioned documents, fingerprint technology, and all other areas of criminalistics. With over 150 photographs and line drawings, this dictionary provides clear, concise definitions easily understood by non-scientific professionals.