Description
Criminal investigators need broad knowledge of such topics as criminal law, criminal procedure, and investigative techniques. The best resource for these professionals will distill the needed information into one practical volume. Written in an accessible style, the fourth edition of Criminal Investigation maintains the same reader friendly approac
Table of Contents
Historical Review of Criminal Investigation. Current Investigative Practices. Legal Issues. Sources of Information. Interviewing and Interrogation. Informants. Writing Reports and Field Notes. Surveillance and Undercover Operations. Crime Scene Investigation. The Crime Laboratory. Sex Offenses. Death through Violence. Assault and Robbery. Property Crimes. Cybercrime. Narcotics and Other Drugs. The Police/Prosecutor Relationship. Investigative Trends. Index.