Beyond the Crime Lab: The New Science of Investigation, Revised Edition
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Behind today's most lurid headlines. A timely look at the fascinating realm of high-tech sleuthing Beyond the Crime Lab The New Science of Investigation Revised Edition The science of criminal investigation is evolving at an astonishing rate. Gone are the days of merely dusting for fingerprints and checking for lipstick traces. Today's forensics experts use DNA typing, computer and physical anthropologic reconstructions, and other highly sophisticated techniques-techniques that some critics believe have dire implications for every citizen's right to privacy and individual freedom. Completely updated to address the latest trends and developments in the field, this revised edition of Beyond the Crime Lab takes you on an entertaining and sometimes alarming journey through the incredible and perpetually advancing world of criminal investigation.
The publisher, John Wiley & Sons
A fascinating look at the scientific and technical aspects of modern criminal investigation--packed with case histories taken from police and FBI files. Written in a fast-paced, hard-news style by a seasoned reporter formerly with The New York Times. Discussed here are a wide variety of novel techniques including genetic fingerprinting, the criminal profiling of serial killers and rapists, new techniques of surveillance and the use of artificial intelligence in the investigation of organized crime. Includes thoughtful discussion of the ethical controversies and constitutional issues of law raised by these modern tools of criminal investigation.
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Beyond the Crime Lab: The New Science of Investigation, Revised Edition
Beyond the Crime Lab: The New Science of Investigation, Revised Edition,Jon Zonderman,Wiley,0471254665,Crime laboratories,Criminal Investigation,Criminal Law - General,Criminal Procedure,Criminals,Electronics in criminal invest,Forensic Science,Identification,Law,Life Sciences - Biology - General,True Crime / Espionage,Criminal investigation & detection,Science / Biology
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