1st Edition

Introduction to Criminal Investigation

Edited By Michael Birzer, Cliff Roberson Copyright 2012
400 Pages 10 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

400 Pages
by Routledge

400 Pages
by Routledge

The manner in which criminal investigators are trained is neither uniform nor consistent, ranging from sophisticated training protocols in some departments to on-the-job experience alongside senior investigators in others. Ideal for students taking a first course in the subject as well as professionals in need of a refresher, Introduction to Criminal Investigation uses an accessible format to... Read more

Foundations
A Brief History of Criminal Investigation; John A. Eterno
Introducing Criminal Investigation; Bryan Courtney
Preliminary Considerations
Crime Scene Search; Michael L. Birzer
Report Writing; Gene L. Scaramella
Interview and Interrogation; Scott M. Mire and Robert D. Hanser
Evidence; Cory Rodivich
The Role of Forensic Science; Cory Rodivich
Property Crimes and Financial Investigations
Vandalism; Matthew O’Deane
Larceny and Burglary; Walt J. Wywadis
Auto Theft; Donald Munday
Arson Investigations; Cliff Roberson
Financial Investigation; Michael J. Palmiotto
Crimes against Persons
Homicide and Assault; Gregg W. Etter and Roger L. Pennel
Sex Crimes; John Padgett
Robbery; J. Harrison Watts
Specialized Investigations
Narcotics Investigation; Donald F. Vess
Cybercrime; Mark R. McCoy
Gang Investigation; Gregg W. Etter
Putting It All Together
Legal Issues in Criminal Investigations; Frank DiMarino
Preparing the Case for Court; Cliff Roberson and Gwynne Birzer
Index

Biography

Michael Birzer, Cliff Roberson