Medical Jurisprudence (2nd Edition)

Medical Jurisprudence is a comprehensive and authoritative work exploring the legal dimensions of medical science and forensic practice. Published by Lexis Nexis, this book bridges the disciplines of medicine and law, offering structured analysis of medico-legal principles relevant to both civil and criminal proceedings.

The text covers core areas of forensic medicine, including post-mortem examination, injury assessment, toxicology, sexual offences examination, age determination, and identification procedures. It explains the preparation of medico-legal reports, evidentiary value of medical records, and the role of expert witnesses in court.

Detailed discussion is provided on medical ethics, consent, professional responsibility, and legal accountability of healthcare practitioners. The book integrates important judicial precedents to clarify how courts evaluate medical and forensic evidence.

Designed for criminal lawyers, judges, forensic experts, medical practitioners, police officers, and medical students, this work combines scientific explanation with legal interpretation.