Ethics in the practice of forensic anthropology in Mexico

Abstract

The practice of forensic anthropology in Mexico has had continuous development for more than a decade. Currently, groups made up of relatives of victims of missing persons have promoted initiatives that address the problem of searching for people, investigation, body identification processes from government institutions and non-governmental organizations. The work presented is the result of an analysis that consisted of a review of the concepts related to ethical exercise applied to the practice of forensic anthropology in Mexico, from a comparative approach the documents that regulate forensic activities in Mexico are contrasted. different countries and our country with anthropological practice within the work of forensic anthropology. Based on the above, a proposal for a code of ethics is made that aims to contribute to the professional work of forensic anthropology in Mexico.