Genetic Surveillance and Crime Control: Social, Cultural and Political Perspectives

Genetic Surveillance and Crime Control provides a new framework for understanding genetic surveillance in Europe and other jurisdictions,intertwining society,ethics,culture,and politics. It explores the views and expectations of stakeholders and accommodates socio-cultural and historical differences.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 196 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Genetic Surveillance and Crime Control presents a comprehensive and innovative framework for examining the evolving trends of genetic surveillance across different countries in Europe and around the world. The increasing use of DNA or genome-based surveillance for crime governance in democratic societies has become a prevalent practice. In the post-DNA era, contemporary modes of criminal identification are undergoing significant transformations due to the growing expansion of transnational DNA data sharing and the development of highly controversial genetic technologies that raise profound concerns about privacy, discrimination, racism, and stigmatization. This book seeks to address critical questions such as how genetic surveillance is intertwined with society, ethics, culture, and politics. It also explores the perspectives and expectations of diverse stakeholders, including scientists, police agencies, and non-governmental organizations. Furthermore, it examines how social sciences research can accommodate socio-cultural and historical differences while being sensitive to the specificities of post-authoritarian societies in Europe.

Taking an interdisciplinary approach, this book focuses on the challenges to genetic privacy, human rights, and citizenship in contemporary societies. It will be of immense interest to students and scholars engaged in the social studies of science and technology, sociology, criminology, law and policing, international relations, and forensic sciences. By providing a comprehensive analysis of genetic surveillance practices, this book contributes to our understanding of the complex dynamics between technology, society, and the law in the era of genetic information.

Weight: 390g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367521417