Forensic Science in Korea

Heesun Chung; Soong Deok Lee; Sikeun Lim

doi:10.1002/9781118724248.ch18

Forensic Science in Korea

Heesun Chung, Soong Deok Lee, Sikeun Lim

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Abstract

The history of forensic science in Korea relates back to the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392 AD). Currently, forensic science in Korea is closely related to the judicial system with authority resting with the prosecutor. Key organizations include the National Forensic Service, the National Digital Forensic Center of the Prosecutor's Office, the Institute of Scientific Investigation affiliated with the Ministry of National Defense and the Korea Coast Guard Research Institute. Information is presented on structure, organization, challenges, research and development, education and current needs.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Global Practice of Forensic Science
Publisher	Wiley-Blackwell
Pages	189-194
Number of pages	6
ISBN (Electronic)	9781118724248
ISBN (Print)	9781118724163
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/9781118724248.ch18
State	Published - 16 Feb 2015

Keywords

Forensic science
History
Korea
National Forensic Service

UN SDGs

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