The popularity of TV crime shows like CSI, Forensic Files, Law and Order, are creating what lawyers and judges are referring to as the CSI effect. While the shows have increased the interest in forensic science, they have also impacted the public’s perceptions of what criminal science can deliver. The impact on the court system occurs when juries have unrealistic expectations about the capabilities of forensic science…if they saw it on TV, they think it can be done in real cases. They may also be reluctant to convict if there is no scientific evidence in a case because on TV there is also evidence.
For the discussion this week, please consider the following questions.
As the popularity of these shows continues to increase and more are created every season, what do you think the long-term impacts are on the court process? Should attorneys be able to ask potential jurors about their television watching habits before they are selected? Can you think of any solutions for attorneys to lessen the CSI effect in cases they are working? Any other thoughts on this issue?
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