Introducing Forensic and Criminal Investigation

Jane Monckton-Smith

ISBN 10: 0857027522 / ISBN 13: 9780857027528

Editore: SAGE Publications Ltd, 2013

2013. 1st Edition. Paperback. By introducing each step taken in a criminal investigation, this text allows students to gain a clear understanding of the processes involved and helps them to critically assess the interplay of investigations, criminology and forensics. Num Pages: 232 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JKVF. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 242 x 171 x 13. Weight in Grams: 398. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Codice articolo V9780857027528

Riassunto:

This book is a lucid and practical guide to understanding the core skills and issues involved in the criminal investigation process. Guiding students through a mock criminal investigation, each chapter introduces a layer of the crime scene and an investigative activity to allow students to develop a true comprehension of how forensic and criminal investigation takes place.

Drawing on multiple disciplines and perspectives, the book promotes a critical awareness and practical comprehension of the intersections between criminology, criminal investigation, and forensic science and uses active learning strategies to help students build their knowledge and ensure that the veracity of evidence and decision making is made clear.

The book is organised around the three key strategic phases in a criminal investigation: Instigation and Initial Response; The Investigation and Case Management, and each strategic phase of the investigative process is discussed to ensure the processes and responsibilities are relayed in a logical and practical structure. Alongside this practical approach theoretical perspectives and academic research are laid bare for students.

Targeted at undergraduate students studying forensic and criminal investigation on criminology and policing course, this book is the perfect balance of practical and theoretical learning.

Informazioni sull?autore: Dr Jane Monckton-Smith is a senior lecturer in Criminology at the University of Gloucestershire.

Professor Adam Hart is a biologist and Reader in Science Communication at the University of Gloucestershire.

Julia Webb is a senior lecturer and technician at the University of Gloucestershire.

Tony Adams is a former Detective Superintendent.

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Titolo: Introducing Forensic and Criminal ...
Casa editrice: SAGE Publications Ltd
Data di pubblicazione: 2013
Legatura: Brossura
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