{"product_id":"introduction-to-criminal-investigation","title":"Introduction to Criminal Investigation","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTopics discussed include\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe history of criminal investigation in Western society \u003cbr\u003eQualifications for becoming an investigator, the selection process, and ideal training requirements \u003cbr\u003eCrime scene search techniques, including planning and post-search debriefing \u003cbr\u003ePreparing effective field notes and investigative reports \u003cbr\u003eInterviewing and interrogating \u003cbr\u003eTypes of evidence found at the crime scene and how to collect, package, and preserve it \u003cbr\u003eThe contributions of forensic science to criminal investigations and the equipment used in crime labs \u003cbr\u003eInvestigative protocol for a range of crimes, including property crimes, auto theft, arson, financial crimes, homicide, assault, sex crimes, and robbery \u003cbr\u003eSpecialized investigations, including drug trafficking, cybercrime, and gang-related crime \u003cbr\u003eLegal issues involved in criminal investigations and preparing a case for trial\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBringing 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54237694591320,"sku":"9781138415874","price":248.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9781138415874_77e2f10c-5be1-49d5-bc02-cccc8a8cb815.jpg?v=1780994713","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/introduction-to-criminal-investigation","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}