Criminal Investigation

Criminal Investigation, International Edition is a practical, applied textbook that succinctly yet comprehensively covers the very latest in investigative tools and techniques as well as established investigative procedures. The text stresses practical procedures, techniques, and applications of private and public investigations to provide students with a solid foundation in criminal investigation. It seamlessly integrates coverage of modern investigative tools alongside discussion of established investigation policies, procedures, and techniques for the law enforcement officer. Criminal Investigation, International Edition features updated, enhanced coverage of such important topics as terrorism and homeland security, cybercrime, forensics and physical evidence, federal law enforcement investigations, report writing, crimes against children, photography and sketching, preparing and presenting cases in court, and identity theft. Criminal Investigation, International Edition includes a carefully structured learning system, checklists, and visuals to make learning easyUpdated Technology Innovation boxes to highlight the most recent advancements in investigations, such as GPS photo mapping; virtual autopsies using MRI scanning; and searchable video surveillance; and a new prototype method for detecting fingerprints using X-rays.Updated material on digital photography and videography.Additional coverage of new technologies and methods such as new information on voiceprints and language analysis; expanded coverage of DNA evidence, including mitochondrial DNA; moral and ethical issues surrounding collection of DNA samples; expanded discussions on ballistics evidence and microstamping technology, drug identification, weapons of mass destruction, document examination and digital evidence.Updated statistics throughout the text.New information on laws passed since last edition.