Abstract
There is a growing need to protect society from harmful industrial, environmental, and service-related practices through clear, equitable, and effectively enforced legislation. This review aims to provide interdisciplinary perspectives on the role of chemistry in crime detection and law enforcement, emphasizing its contribution to justice, social order, and sustainable development. A qualitative literature survey was conducted using Google Scholar, Scopus, and PubMed, resulting in the inclusion of 65 relevant references. The analysis synthesizes insights from forensic chemistry and legal scholarship to examine how scientific investigation supports the collection of direct and indirect, as well as substantive and demonstrative, evidence in criminal proceedings. The findings highlight the interconnectedness of forensic chemistry and the justice system, underscoring the importance of rigorous chemical analysis, aggressive enforcement of the law, and data-driven conclusions in maintaining societal balance and public trust. The review also reveals the complexities and challenges faced by professionals operating at the interface of chemistry and law, particularly in ensuring evidentiary reliability and legal compliance. These insights have practical implications for policymakers, legal practitioners, and forensic scientists by informing legislative reforms, strengthening investigative frameworks, and promoting evidence-based decision-making to safeguard justice and foster sustainable societal progress. In summary, this manuscript highlights the importance of interdisciplinary perspectives on forensic chemistry in crime detection and law enforcement, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach to the identification of persons and items and the effective implementation of laws to promote peace in society.