“ISSUES AND CHALLENGES IN THE PRACTICAL APPLICABILITY OF MEDICAL JURISPRUDENCE: A STUDY IN REFERENCE TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION”

AUTHOR – ZOHEB AHMAD* & DR. ROSHNI SHRIVASTAVA**

* STUDENT AT AMITY LAW SCHOOL LUCKNOW, AMITY UNIVERSITY UTTAR PRADESH LUCKNOW CAMPUS

** ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF LAW AT AMITY LAW SCHOOL LUCKNOW, AMITY UNIVERSITY UTTAR PRADESH LUCKNOW CAMPUS

BEST CITATION – ZOHEB AHMAD & DR. ROSHNI SHRIVASTAVA, “ISSUES AND CHALLENGES IN THE PRACTICAL APPLICABILITY OF MEDICAL JURISPRUDENCE: A STUDY IN REFERENCE TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION”, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 6 (4) OF 2026, PG. 841-848, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344. DOI – https://doi.org/10.65393/IJLRV6I478

Abstract

Medical jurisprudence plays a pivotal role in bridging the disciplines of law and medicine, particularly within the framework of criminal justice administration. It provides scientific and medical evidence essential for investigation, adjudication, and administration of justice. However, despite its importance, the practical applicability of medical jurisprudence in India faces numerous challenges, including lack of infrastructure, inadequate training, procedural delays, ethical dilemmas, and poor coordination between medical and legal professionals. This research paper critically examines these issues and highlights the systemic gaps that hinder the effective utilization of medical jurisprudence in criminal proceedings. The paper further suggests reforms aimed at strengthening medico-legal practices to ensure fair and efficient justice delivery.

Keywords: Medical Jurisprudence, Criminal Justice, Medico-Legal Evidence, Forensic Science, Legal Challenges