All too often, the weakest link in the chain of
criminal justice is the crime scene investigation.
Improper collection of evidence blocks the finding of
truth. Now in its second edition, Practical Crime Scene
Processing and Investigation presents practical, proven
methods to be used at any crime scene to ensure that
evidence is admissible and persuasive.Accompanied by
more than 300 color photographs, topics discussed
include: Understanding the nature of physical evidence,
including fingerprint, biological, trace, hair and
fiber, and other forms of evidence Actions of the
responding officer, from documenting and securing the
initial information to providing emergency care
Assessing the scene, including search considerations and
dealing with chemical and bioterror hazards Crime scene
photography, sketching, mapping, and notes and reports
Light technology and preserving fingerprint and
impression evidence Shooting scene documentation and
reconstruction Bloodstain pattern analysis and the body
as a crime scene Special scene considerations, including
fire, buried bodies, and entomological evidence The role
of crime scene analysis and reconstruction, with
step-by-step procedures Two appendices provide
additional information on crime scene equipment and risk
management, and each chapter is enhanced by a succinct
summary, suggested readings, and a series of questions
to test assimilation of the material. Using this book in
your investigations will help you find out what happened
and who is responsible. |
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