This new edition of Criminal Investigation presents the basic principles of criminal investigation, including
current investigative procedures used in the handling of crime scenes, interviewing and interrogating suspects
and witnesses, gathering and preserving evidence, conducting surveillance, writing reports, establishing modus
operandi, and using technical resources. It also covers the prevention and suppression of crimes and the apprehension
of criminals. Written in a practical, down-to-earth style, it gives special attention to helping students understand
the legal aspects of collecting and processing evidence to ensure that their work stands up in court.
Table of Contents
Pt. 1 An Orientation to Investigation
Ch. 1 Basic Grounding and Overview 1
Ch. 2 The Preliminary Investigation 18
Ch. 3 Preserving the Crime Scene 38
Ch. 4 Physical Evidence 60
Ch. 5 Criminal Patterns 98
Pt. 2 Gathering and Organizing Information
Ch. 6 Interviews and Interrogations 120
Ch. 7 Fingerprints 158
Ch. 8 From Surveillance to Records and Files 132
Ch. 9 Writing Reports 204
Pt. 3 Crimes Against People
Ch. 10 Robbery 240
Ch. 11 Assault 260
Ch. 12 Sexual Assault and Rape 276
Ch. 13 Kidnapping and Extortion 238
Ch. 14 Homicide 324
