Crime Scene Investigation Case Studies: Step by Step from the Crime Scene to the Courtroom

ISBN-13: 9781455731237 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 248 str.

Jacqueline Fish

Opis

DNA does not solve criminal cases-people do. Investigators must document every action, photograph every item of evidence, and create a complete case file that can be used to convict the guilty and exonerate the innocent. Each chapter begins with an overview of the felony investigated in the case study and highlights a key area of crime scene investigation. You will then use the case studies to walk through the investigative process and learn by example to create accurate case files.

Learn crime scene investigation through original case studies that show you how to process and document a criminal investigation from first response to sending a report to the prosecutor s office.Get up to speed on the state-of-the-art investigative techniques employed in the cases.Practice your investigative and report writing skills in the "Your Turn" chapter.Develop your critical thinking skills with questions that explore the nature of the case, the conclusions drawn, and alternative outcomes.Access video, photos, and forms on the website."

Recenzje

"Each chapter begins with an overview of the felony investigated in the case study and highlights a key area of crime scene investigation. You will then use the case studies to walk through the investigative process and learn by example to create accurate case files."-- The Journal, Fall/Winter 2013 "This practical guide to crime scene investigation was created with the help of 18 graduate students, and thus is a work ‘by students for students.’ Frequent case studies appear, coupled with regular student assignments that walk them through the process of creating complete and accurate case files. Each chapter begins with key terms and ends with discussion questions."— Reference & Research Book News, December 2013

"I found the read interesting and enjoyable and is a refreshing approach for anyone looking to develop their knowledge in the area."— Gemma Lloyd, MCSFS, Scenes of Crime Officer, Bedfordshire Police

Spis treści

Foreword by Edward W. Wallace, Director of Forensic Training at the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner Preface Introduction: From the Scene to the Crime to the Desk of the Prosecutor Burglary and Kidnapping Criminal Sexual Misconduct and Kidnapping Vehicular Homicide A Serial Arsonist? Homicide or Suicide? Your Turn Appendix: Blank Forms

O autorze

Jacqueline T. Fish is the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Charleston Southern University. A former crime scene investigator and Lieutenant in the Knox County, Tennessee, Sherriff's Department, Dr. Fish was also project manager of the National Forensic Academy and worked with the Louisiana State University's National Center for Biomedical Research and Training to develop Advanced Forensics Investigations for Hazardous Environments. Jonathon Fish teaches in the Department of Criminal Justice at The Citadel: The Military University of South Carolina.