Crime scene investigators are the foundation for every criminal
investigation. The admissibility and persuasiveness of evidence in
court, and in turn, the success of a case, is largely dependent
upon the evidence being properly collected, recorded, and handled
for future analysis by investigators and forensic analysts in the
lab. Complete Crime Scene Investigation Handbook is the most
complete, one-stop practical reference for law enforcement and
crime scene professionals as well as students looking to enter the
field. The book provides step-by-step methods and best practice
protocols for effectively finding, recognizing, recording,
collecting, preserving, handling, and packaging evidence. With more
than 650 full color photos and illustrations the book covers: The
investigative team and its responsibilities The rules for forensic
search and seizure Proper documentation of evidence via
note-taking, photography, and sketching Search patterns and the
special considerations for various searches The use of alternative
light sources Presumptive tests via luminol and other methods
Latent fingerprint processing Evidence collection and packaging
Serological, trace, firearms, toolmark, footwear, tire, and digital
evidence Injury documentation Appendices with a full compliment of
sample forms, equipment lists, and checklists to assist in crime
scene investigation A special considerations section reviews topics
such as shooting scene and bloodstain documentation, clandestine
graves and scattered human remains, fire scenes, and questioned
document evidence. The final chapters examine how to develop a
working plan and processing methodology as well as effective report
writing. This book is a must-have reference for experienced
forensic, crime scene, and investigative professionals as well as
students in forensic science programs looking to enter the field. A
specially developed companion lab exercise workbook-The Complete
Crime Scene Investigation Workbook (ISBN: 978-1-4987-0142-6)-is
also available for purchase and can be used in conjunction with
this handbook, both for group training purposes or for individuals
looking for hands-on self-study.
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