Bodies in Evidence

Experience a groundbreaking book that uncovers the truth about sexual assault adjudication and its impact on victims, their loved ones, and our society. Bodies in Evidence, the winner of the prestigious 2021-2022 AES Senior Book Prize and an Honorable Mention for the Senior Book Prize of the Association for Feminist Anthropology, reveals the disturbing reality of a legal process that often fails to deliver justice.

In this eye-opening book, you'll journey through the complexities of sexual assault trials, where victims and defendants are dragged through a confusing and prolonged public spectacle. With over 680 court appearances in Milwaukee County's felony sexual assault courts as a foundation, Bodies in Evidence presents a comprehensive analysis of how forensic science, expert testimonies, and societal biases intersect, perpetuating inequality and reinforcing stereotypes.

Through in-depth interviews with judges, attorneys, forensic scientists, jurors, sexual assault nurse examiners, and victim advocates, you'll gain valuable insights into the underlying mechanisms that shape our cultural understanding of sexual violence. You'll discover how forensic science, meant to be impartial, inadvertently bestows an undeserved authority to race and gender stereotypes, leading to misguided notions about the physical and emotional aftermath of sexual assault.

Bodies in Evidence boldly tackles the human and social costs of sexual assault adjudication. It exposes the profound impact on victims, their communities, and the urgent need to seek justice that dismantles inequality and racial injustice. As you delve into the pages of this powerful book, you'll be confronted with a reality that demands our attention and action. Together, we can break the cycle of injustice.

Don't miss your chance to explore the crucial insights provided by Bodies in Evidence, a book that shines a light on the flaws of our justice system. Take the first step towards promoting change and understanding by getting your copy today.