Techniques of Crime Scene Investigation

"If you are a Professional Crime Scene Investigator, then this book is a must have for both your personal forensic reference library, as well as your office reference library." -Edward W. Wallace Jr., Certified Senior Crime Scene Analyst, Retired First Grade Detective, NYPD "Techniques of Crime Scene Investigation is a well-written, comprehensive guide to the investigative and technical aspects of CSI. The textbook is an educational standard on the theory and practice of crime scene investigation and includes many informative casework examples and photographs. On reading this book, students, entry-level personnel, and experienced practitioners will have a better understanding of the strengths and limitations of forensic science in its application to crime scene investigations." -Professor Don Johnson, School of Criminal Justice and Criminalistics, California State University, Los Angeles The application of science and technology plays a critical role in the investigation and adjudication of crimes in our criminal justice system. But before science can be brought to bear on evidence, it must be recognized and collected in an appropriate manner at crime scenes. Written by authors with over 50 years of combined experience in forensic science, Techniques of Crime Scene Investigation examines the concepts, field-tested techniques, and procedures of crime scene investigation. Detectives, crime scene technicians, and forensic scientists can rely on this updated version of the "forensics bible" to effectively apply science and technology to the tasks of solving crimes. What's New in the Eighth Edition: The latest in forensic DNA testing and collection, including low copy number DNA A new chapter on digital evidence New case studies with color photographs End-of-chapter study questions Practical tips and tricks of the trade in crime scene processing

ISBN 1439810052   Weight (grammes) 1248 ISBN13 9781439810057 (What's this?)   Published in Bosa Roca Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc   Series title Forensic & Police Science Series Imprint CRC Press Inc   Previous ISBN 9780849381195 Format Hardback   Height (mm) 254 Publication date 18 Jul 2012   Width (mm) 178 DEWEY 363.25   Spine width (mm) 25 DEWEY edition DC23   Academic level Tertiary education, Professional / Scholarly Pages 535

Introduction Classification and Individualization of Physical Evidence Collection and Preservation of Physical Evidence Important Considerations in Crime Scene Investigations Courtroom Testimony Tips Before Going to Court Giving Expert Testimony Cross-Examination Other Points Teamwork Professional Development First Officer at the Crime Scene The Case of the Lady in Cement The First Officer at the Scene Recording the Time When a Suspect Is Found at the Scene Entering the Scene Proper Protecting the Integrity of the Scene Injured Person on the Scene Dead Person on the Scene Summoning the Coroner/Medical Examiner Firearms and Ammunition on the Scene What to Do Until Investigating Personnel Arrive Continued Protection of the Scene The Crime Scene Investigator Actual Examination of the Scene Specialized Personnel at the Crime Scene Health and Safety Issues at Crime Scenes Processing the Crime Scene Plan of Action Note Taking Crime Scene Search Crime Scene Photography Sketching the Crime Scene Collection of Evidence Establishing Identity Fingerprints and Palm Prints Handwriting Examination Identification of Human Remains Trace Evidence Sources of Trace Evidence Collection and Preservation of Trace Evidence Examples of Trace Evidence Objects Left at the Crime Scene Blood, Forensic Biology, and DNA A Word of Caution! Contamination Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Presumptive Tests for Blood Searching for Bloodstains Description and Recording of Bloodstains Collection and Preservation of Bloodstains Removal of Bloodstains Bloodstained Objects Semen-Stained Objects Forensic DNA Typing PCR-Based Technology High Sensitivity DNA Testing/Touch DNA Mitochondrial DNA Y-STRs CODIS Forensic DNA and Unsolved Cases Partial Matches and Familial Searching Scientific Working Group on DNA Analysis Methods DNA Cases The Molecular Autopsy Missing Persons Biogeographical Ancestry The Future Impression Evidence Footprints Marks on Clothes and Parts of the Body Casting Material for Bite Mark Evidence Tool Marks Firearms Examination Characteristics of Firearms Ammunition Firearms Evidence Gunshot Residue (GSR) Analysis Collecting Firearms Evidence Handling of Firearms Cartridge Cases Bullets Arson and Explosives Physical Evidence Explosives Homemade Explosives Bomb Scene Investigation Illicit Drugs and Toxicology Psychoactive Drugs Crime Scene Search Clandestine Drug Laboratories Collection and Preservation of Evidence The Field Investigation Drug Officer Toxicology U.S. DEA Drug Schedule Classification Investigating Sexual Assault Rape Other Assaults Public Lewdness/Forcible Touching Burglary Investigation Points of Entry Entry through Windows Entry through Doors Entry through Basement Windows and Skylights Entry through Roofs Entry through Walls Entry through Floors Simulated Burglaries Detailed Examination of the Scene Safe Burglaries Safe Burglaries Using Explosives Motor Vehicle Investigation Vehicle Theft Abandoned Vehicles Homicide in a Vehicle Hit-and-Run Investigation Marks from Vehicles Homicide Investigation Murder, Suicide, or Accident? Cause of Death Suicide Signs of Struggle Location of Weapon Examination of a Dead Body at the Crime Scene Murder Detailed Examination of the Scene of the Crime Outdoor Crime Scenes Discovering a Body Hidden at Another Location Investigation of a Greatly Altered Body or Skeleton The Scene of Discovery Packing and Transporting Examining Remains of Clothing and Other Objects Estimating the Time of Death Decomposition of the Body Action of Insects and Other Animals on a Dead Body Other Indications of Time of Death The Autopsy Injuries from External Mechanical Violence Injuries from Sharp External Violence Marks or Damage on Clothing Defense Injuries Firearm Injuries Bullet Injuries Close and Distant Shots Marks from Primers Traces from Bullets Traces from Cartridge Cases Traces from the Barrel

"If you are a Professional Crime Scene Investigator, then this book is a must-have for both your personal forensic reference library, as well as your office reference library." -Edward W. Wallace Jr., Certified Senior Crime Scene Analyst, Retired First Grade Detective, NYPD "Techniques of Crime Scene Investigation is a well-written, comprehensive guide to the investigative and technical aspects of CSI. The textbook is an educational standard on the theory and practice of crime scene investigation and includes many informative casework examples and photographs. On reading this book, students, entry-level personnel, and experienced practitioners will have a better understanding of the strengths and limitations of forensic science in its application to crime scene investigations." -Professor Don Johnson, School of Criminal Justice and Criminalistics, California State University, Los Angeles

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Version	Price	Published	Edition
Hardback	£69.99	2003	7th Revised edition