Criminal Investigation, Third Edition, takes an integrated approach to the investigation process. This introductory text explores how contributors to criminal investigation—and its resulting prosecution—are more effective when they understand and appreciate their role on the team, what role other team members play, and how it all comes together. Readers will learn how investigations are connected to a team that is much larger than those charged with the investigations of a crime. The end result is a solid foundation in criminal investigation.
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Features & Benefits
- New information on CSI related topics, including computer and internet based investigations and fingerprinting
- Coverage of the reorganization and updating of information related to Private Security investigations, such as background checks, surveillance, and retail-loss prevention
- New information on underwater investigations
- Increased sections on terrorism discuss new topics such as asymmetric warfare and infrastructure vulnerability
Applicable Courses
Criminal Investigation, Third Edition is intended for use in Criminal Justice programs offering undergraduate criminal investigation classes.
Chapter 1 Introduction to Criminal Investigation
Chapter 2 A Brief History of Criminal Investigation
Chapter 3 The Crime Scene
Chapter 4 The Law of Search and Seizure
Chapter 5 Blood Evidence
Chapter 6 Suspect Identification
Chapter 7 Managing Criminal Investigations and Cultivating Sources of Information
Chapter 8 Interrogation
Chapter 9 Firearms Investigation
Chapter 10 Death Investigation
Chapter 11 Assault
Chapter 12 Robbery
Chapter 13 Sexual Assault
Chapter 14 Theft and Burglary
Chapter 15 Drug Offenses
Chapter 16 Arson
Chapter 17 Terrorism
Chapter 18 Organized Crime
Chapter 19 White-Collar Crime
Chapter 20 Underwater Investigations
Chapter 21 Defense Lawyers, Prosecutors, and Investigators
Chapter 22 Expert Testimony
Ronald F. Becker, JD-Chaminade University
Director of the Criminal Justices Program
Chaminade University of Honolulu
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