The Criminal Investigative Function

A candid, real-world look at investigations, from crime scene to courtroom, shared by an ACTUAL investigator. No ivory tower theory. Just the real deal! A seasoned investigator taps his years of street experience to teach you the: - Core qualities that make for a great investigator - Important legalities that impact investigations - Crime scene protocols that must be followed - Best follow-up investigation strategies - Keys to dealing with eyewitnesses - Aspects of Interview and Interrogation - Steps in solving Major Crimes Each chapter includes summary questions for discussion and review.

A literal "start-to-finish" look at the investigations process. PERFECT for new investigators and students! Explore such topics as: -The role & goal of criminal investigations -Understanding the varying forms of evidence -DNA and its important place in investigation -Proper crime scene protocol & its importance Crime areas covered include Sex crimes Robbery Aggravated Assault Burglary Grand Larceny Grand LArceny Auto

This introductory volume explains the investigator's job, incoporating investigation, forensic science, and courtroom law into a single offering. It's the only criminal investigation book that includes material on processing an underwater crime scene.

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 convey concepts in practical, concrete terms. Topics discussed include: The history of criminal investigation in Western society Qualifications for becoming an investigator, the selection process, and ideal training requirements Crime scene search techniques, including planning and post-search debriefing Preparing effective field notes and investigative reports Interviewing and interrogating Types of evidence found at the crime scene and how to collect, package, and preserve it The contributions of forensic science to criminal investigations and the equipment used in crime labs Investigative protocol for a range of crimes, including property crimes, auto theft, arson, financial crimes, homicide, assault, sex crimes, and robbery Specialized investigations, including drug trafficking, cybercrime, and gang-related crime Legal issues involved in criminal investigations and preparing a case for trial Bringing together contributions from law enforcement personnel, academics, and attorneys, the book combines practical and theoretical elements to provide a comprehensive examination of today‘s criminal investigative process. The accessible manner in which the information is conveyed makes this an ideal text for a wide-ranging audience.

This is a textbook designed to provide the student or new practitioner with the foundation necessary to be an effective investigator and to familiarize the reader with the problems facing the criminal investigator. Its primary focus is on the solution of crime by investigation. Some of the basic concepts discussed include the history of criminal investigation in the united states, general aspect of the investigative function, preliminary investigation and the crime scene, photographing and sketching the crime scene, and scientific evidence and criminal investigation. The different aspects of the investigative function examined are as follows: interviewing and interrogation, informants and information, information analysis and theory building, and crimes and their patterns. Emphasis is also placed on familiarizing the investigator with some of the major supreme court decisions affecting the investigative process. Among the areas of interest discussed are cases involving admissions and confessions, wiretapping and eavesdropping, searches and seizures, informants and information, search warrants, and lineups. The special investigative techniques and problems considered include undercover and surveillance operations, narcotics and dangerous drugs, ghetto or inner-city investigations, organized crime, and relations with other agencies and organizations. Individual chapters are followed by discussion questions and exercises designed to develop the student's awareness of the chapter's important elements. A six-page bibliography and an alphabetical index are provided.

This text presents the fundamentals of criminal investigation and provides a sound method for reconstructing a past event (i.e., a crime), based on three major sources of information — people, records, and physical evidence. Its tried-and-true system for conducting an investigation is updated with the latest techniques available, teaching the reader new ways of obtaining information from people, including mining the social media outlets now used by a broad spectrum of the public; how to navigate the labyrinth of records and files currently available online; and fresh ways of gathering, identifying, and analyzing physical evidence.

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

Criminal investigators have a long list of duties. They must identify and secure a crime scene, conduct interviews of witnesses and victims, interrogate suspects, identify and properly collect evidence, and establish and maintain a chain of custody. Once an investigation is underway, the criminal investigator must demonstrate thorough knowledge of