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Crime Scene Investigation New!

Crime Scene Forensics A Scientific Method Approach Robert C. Shaler Pennsylvania State University, University Park, USA

Bridging the gap between practical crime scene investigation and scientific theory, Crime Scene Forensics: A Scientific Method Approach maintains that crime scene investigations are intensely intellectual exercises that marry scientific and investigative processes. Success in this field requires experience, creative thinking, logic, and the correct application of the science and the scientific method. Emphasizing the necessary thought processes for applying science to the investigation, this text covers: • The general scene investigation process, including definitions and philosophy as well as hands-on considerations • Archiving the crime scene through photography, sketching, and video • Managing the crime scene investigation—the glue that holds the investigation together • Searching the crime scene—the logical byproduct of archiving and management • Impression/pattern evidence, including fingerprints, bloodstains, footwear impressions, and tire track impressions • The biological crime scene and recognizing, collecting, and preserving biological evidence, including forensic entomology and evidence found at bioweapon scenes • The fundamental principles of evidence as expressed by the Principle of Divisible Matter and the Locard Exchange Principle: every touch leaves a trace • Trace evidence, including glass, paint, and soil • Shooting incident scenes, with discussion of bullet paths and gunshot residue The final section examines fire scenes, quality assurance issues, and methods for collecting and preserving various evidence types not covered in other chapters. The delicate balance among logic, science, and investigative activity must be understood in order to successfully work a crime scene. Enhanced by more than 200 color images, this volume provides investigators and students with the tools to grasp these critical concepts, paving an expeditious path to the truth. Catalog no. K12738, November 2011, c. 645 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-5995-7, $89.95 / £57.99 Also available as an eBook

Contents: The Philosophy and Essentials of Crime Scene Forensics Crime Scene Forensics: Philosophy, Practice, and Teaching The Scientific Method, Bias, and Reasoning Management Basics: The Investigative Glue The Fundamental Principles of Evidence Searching the Scene: Logic in Action Forensic Archiving: Today’s Eye for the Future The Principles of Forensic Photography The Paper Trail: Case Files, Worksheets, Notes, and Sketches Videography: The Forensic Documentary Impression Evidence: Patterns of Identity Fingerprints: The Intellectual Ingredients Fingerprints II: On-Scene Considerations Pattern Evidence I: Footwear Impressions Pattern Evidence II: Vehicle-Involved Scenes The Biological Crime Scene The Biological Crime Scene: It’s Not Just About DN A Introduction to Bloodstain Pattern Analysis: The Basics Mass Fatality Events, Bioweapons, and Microbial Forensics Forensic Entomology: Bugs and the Postmortem Interval Microscenes and Trace Evidence Microscenes: Hair and Fibers Glass: A Multitasking Class of Evidence Soil and Paint as Evidence Bang! It’s a Shooting Incident Scene Introducing Shooting Scene Investigations Vehicles as Shooting Incident Crime Scenes Miscellaneous Considerations and Specialized Scenes Fire Scenes: A Scientific Method Investigation Quality at the Crime Scene Collection and Preservation of Evidence Scientific and Technical Working Groups Glossary Index

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Crime Scene Investigation Coming Soon!

Death Scenes An Investigator's Field Guide

Death Scene Investigation

Michael Maloney

A Field Guide

Bevel, Gardner and Associates, Brunswick, Georgia, USA

Designed as an on-scene reference for processing death scenes, this field guide walks readers through the steps of death investigations. The text begins with the initial notification of a death and continues through the processing of the scene and the body. It covers the investigator's role at an autopsy and analyzes the scene indicators of evidence. Mechanism of injury, wound, and disease dynamics are covered in order to aid in determining the cause and manner of death. A separate section provides information on child and infant deaths. The book is presented in an outline format for ease of reference and understanding. Features: • Covers the steps of death investigations in a concise manner • Uses a spiral bound format for easy use at the scene • Includes line illustrations that focus on salient points • Includes a special death investigation matrix to help investigators with decisions in ambiguous deaths Topics discussed include: • Types of death, including natural, accidental, suicidal, and homicidal • Recovery of remains, including buried and aquatic • Types of wounds, including sharp force, blunt force, gunshot, explosive, and electrical • Special death investigations, such as infant death, sexual assault or activities resulting in death • Examination of suspects • Death scenes with multiple victims • Entomological, biological, trace, and impression evidence • Precautions for handling blood-borne pathogens Catalog no. K12052, January 2012, 352 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-4590-5 $59.95 / £38.99 Also available as an eBook

Scott A. Wagner Northeast Indiana Forensic Center, Fort Wayne, USA

Every death scene presents new challenges to even the most seasoned professional. This handy field guide provides easy direction for the death scene investigator. It covers protocols and guidelines, assessment and examination, medical history and records, and autopsy and death certificates. It discusses natural and traumatic deaths, evidence collection, and indicators of previous surgeries and treatments. The book includes an extensive medical glossary, references for more in-depth information, and more than 150 color photographs. Catalog no. 86766, November 2008, 237 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-8676-8 $64.95 / £41.99 Also available as an eBook

Water-Related Death Investigation Practical Methods and Forensic Applications Erica J. Armstrong Office of the Cuyahoga County Coroner, Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Kevin L. Erskine Cleveland Lakefront State Park Police, Ohio, USA

Police called to the scene of a water-related death often consider it an accidental drowning before they even arrive. But these investigations require careful and thorough documentation to get at the cause. Tracking the case process, this volume examines the physiology of drowning; investigative duties of those called to the scene; investigative characteristics of various selected scenes; obtaining decedent, witness, suspect, and first responder information; pre-trial preparation for the field investigator; and autopsy. Catalog no. K10841, October 2010, 388 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1636-3, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Crime Scene Investigation New! New!

Practical Crime Scene Processing and Investigation

Crime Scene Processing and Investigation Workbook

Second Edition

Christine R. Ramirez

Ross M. Gardner

Texas Forensic Science Academy, College Station, USA

U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command (Retired), Georgia, USA

With more than 300 color illustrations, many of which are new, the second edition of this bestseller expands on previous work and adds material on topics such as mapping technology. Presenting numerous case studies from his personal files and using methods based on U.S. Army techniques, the author expands the chapters on basic and advanced techniques to incorporate the latest trends in collection and interpretation. The collection of biological evidence has been greatly revised to take into account the latest in DNA and the text features a new chapter addressing the body as a crime scene. Ancillary materials are available with qualifying course adoption. Contents: Introduction Understanding the Nature of Physical Evidence Actions of the Initial Responding Officer Processing Methodology Assessing the Scene Crime Scene Photography Crime Scene Sketching and Mapping Narrative Descriptions: Crime Scene Notes and Reports Basic Skills for Scene Processing Shooting Scene Documentation and Reconstruction Applying Bloodstain Pattern Analysis in the Crime Scene The Body as a Crime Scene Special Scene Considerations The Role of Crime Scene Analysis and Reconstruction Appendix A: Crime Scene Equipment Appendix B: Risk Management Index

Casie L. Parish-Fisher St. Edwards University, Austin, Texas, USA

The work of a crime scene investigator requires stellar organizational skills and razor-sharp attention to detail. Developing these skills is best achieved through hands-on training simulating actual case events. Crime Scene Processing and Investigation Workbook takes students from the classroom to the field and into the lab to explore a range of scenarios they will likely encounter on the job. Exercises presented in this practical handbook include assessing the scene, crime scene photography and mapping, fingerprint evidence, documentation, impression-casting, bloodstain pattern recognition, and advanced techniques for scene processing. The book also examines the actions of the initial responding officer, highlights special scene considerations, and describes the role of crime scene analysis and reconstruction. Designed to complement Gardner’s Practical Crime Scene Processing and Investigation, this manual uses a consistent format throughout to ensure assimilation. Each chapter begins with a list of key terms and provides learning outcomes that describe the goal of the chapter. Tasks are then broken down into specific segments, with objectives, necessary materials, and a concept overview provided to promote heightened focus on salient points in the chapter. Post-lab questions enable students to test their grasp of the material and sample worksheets are provided that can be duplicated and used in actual case scenarios. By practicing the techniques described in this manual, students will be ready when they encounter them for the first time on the job. Catalog no. K12253, November 2011, 235 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-4970-5 $39.95 / £25.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. K12444, December 2011, 500 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-5302-3, $89.95 / £57.99 Also available as an eBook

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Crime Scene Investigation

Practical Bomb Scene Investigation Second Edition James T. Thurman Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, USA

“We all owe Tom Thurman a debt of gratitude…” —From the Foreword, written by Louis J. Freeh, former FBI Director from 1993–2001

“There is no finer volume for operators who handle bombs and investigate criminal use of explosives.” —Jeffrey H. Norwitz, NCIS (Retired), Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

“We have used Practical Bomb Scene Investigation as a reference for our Australian National Bomb Scene Course, and I am currently updating our course material, to bring it into closer alignment with the book.” —John Kelleher, Team Leader, Fire and Explosion Unit, Victoria Police Forensic Services Centre, Australia

Now in its second edition, Practical Bomb Scene Investigation explores the investigative process that improvised explosive device (IED) specialists undertake at the scene of an explosion. Providing easy-to-understand, step-by-step procedures for managing and processing a bomb scene, it enables investigators to find the evidence and then make sense of what is found. The book is not only a roadmap of knowledge on how to find and collect evidence, but also an instructional guide on how to safely and effectively assess the scene. New in this Edition:

CSI for the First Responder A Concise Guide Jan LeMay Eaton, Colorado, USA

This volume is a succinct guide on how to manage physical evidence essential for solving a case and making the evidence stand up in court. It covers securing the scene, searching for and identifying evidence, documenting the evidence, collection and preservation, the investigative value of different types of evidence, and court testimony. Enhanced with real-life examples, the book presents case studies implementing the described techniques and includes a quick reference guide on CD-ROM. Catalog no. K11015, December 2010, 168 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-1922-7 $59.95 / £38.99 Also available as an eBook

Practical Crime Scene Investigations for Hot Zones Jacqueline T. Fish Charleston Southern University, South Carolina, USA

Robert N. Stout

• Information on detonation pressure and its effects on the body • Instructions on how to collect additional information from the scene in order to provide an estimate of the explosives weight of the IED • A glossary for a more in-depth understanding of the terms associated with explosives and the investigation processes • A greatly expanded IED component identification chapter • A chapter on how to expeditiously investigate a post-blast scene in a hostile environment • Information on how to prepare an Investigative Report

The work of Crime Scene Investigators (CSIs) is made more complicated when the scene is contaminated by Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, Explosives (CBRNE) or Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs). This volume is a comprehensive reference containing guidelines and best practices for keeping CSIs safe and conducting a thorough crime scene investigation in these deadly environments. Protocols are also provided for how to best identify, document, collect, and preserve physical evidence.

Catalog no. K11031, January 2011, 519 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1959-3, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. K11085, December 2010, 372 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2052-0, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Edward Wallace Staten Island, New York, USA

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Crime Scene Investigation Sex-Related Homicide and Death Investigation

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Practical and Clinical Perspectives, Second Edition

Tactics, Procedures, and Forensic Techniques, Fourth Edition

Vernon J. Geberth

Practical Homicide Investigation

Practical Homicide Investigation, Inc., New York, USA

Vernon J. Geberth

“ … the definitive treatise on sex-related deaths … belongs on the shelf of anyone from any discipline in the forensic sciences involved in the investigation and prosecution of these cases.”

“THE recognized guide for every police officer and should be on the top shelf of every attorney, prosecutor or defense.”

—Barbara C. Wolf, M.D., Chief Medical Examiner, District 5, Florida

“Vern's remarkable experience and unmatched expertise have given him unparalleled insight into the investigation of sexually deviant crimes and the psyche of those who perpetrate violent sexrelated crimes.” —Donna Pendergast, First Assistant Attorney General-Criminal Division, Michigan Department of Attorney General

“This newly released edition is not just a reprint or repackaging of outdated material. Mr. Geberth is constantly researching, updating and charting new territories, when it comes to homicide investigations.” —Detective Mark J. Czworniak Chicago Police Department, Area 3 Three Homicide / Sex Crimes Unit

“Geberth has succeeded in the impossible, and has improved and updated the most outstanding and comprehensive treatise on the subject of sexrelated homicide and death investigations.” —Philip G. Schnelwar, former Homicide Bureau Chief, Bronx County District Attorney's Office

Considered the definitive work on sex-related homicide, this second edition details the theoretical and psychological basis for sexual homicide and offers practical investigative checklists and directions for processing and interpreting the crime scene. A comprehensive discussion of sexual deviance, it analyzes the typology of offenders to determine their signature aspects. It introduces the latest information on DNA technology, includes a new chapter on the infamous 30-year BTK investigation, offers new research developed from the Working Group of Human Asphyxia (WGHA), and provides a revised chapter on criminal personality profiling and investigative analysis. The new edition contains nearly 400 color photos.

Practical Homicide Investigation, Inc., New York, USA

—Edwin T. Dreher, Deputy Chief (Retired), Office of the Chief of Detectives, New York City Police Department

Practical Homicide Investigation: Tactics, Procedures and Forensic Techniques, Fourth Edition is the recognized protocol used by investigative divisions of major police departments throughout the world and is also the text used in most police academies, including the prestigious FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. It emphasizes essential procedures, combines detailed techniques with instructive case studies, and outlines the foundation on which to build a solid, prosecutable case. The fundamental criminal investigative techniques stressed in the fourth edition are crucial for effective inquiry into sudden and violent death. Eminent author, lecturer, consultant, and expert witness Vernon J. Geberth begins the book with a comprehensive discussion of homicide crime scenes. The book evolves chronologically from initial police notification, the correct police response that follows, and the subsequent steps necessary to conduct an intelligent investigation. It then delves into more technical aspects of homicide investigation. The book contains 675 photos and illustrations, including those that incorporate depictions of wound structures and procedures that portray exactly what to do and how to do it. All illustrations are presented in color, including medicallegal drawings for instruction and courtroom testimony. Catalog no. 3303, February 2006, 1072 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-3303-3, $109.95 / £69.99

Catalog no. K11296, June 2010, 704 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2655-3, $139.95 / £89.00

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Crime Scene Investigation Practical Crime Scene Analysis and Reconstruction

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Ross M. Gardner

A Multidisciplinary Approach, Fourth Edition

U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command (Retired), Georgia, USA

Tom Bevel

Practical Aspects of Rape Investigation

Oklahoma City Police Department (Retired), USA

Edited by

From the Foreword:

AGI, Manassas, Virginia, USA

"Each author possesses a unique ability to distill complex issues into easily understood concepts. This book presents a clear and precise methodology … serious practitioners cannot afford to abstain from studying the information provided here." —Thomas W. Adair, President, Association for Crime Scene Reconstruction

The immense proliferation of television, print, and electronic media directed at crime scene reconstruction (CSR) has generated significant public interest, albeit occasionally encouraging inaccurate perceptions. Practical Crime Scene Analysis and Reconstruction bridges the gap between perception and reality, helping readers understand the nature of the scientific method and teaching the proper application of its components. After an overview of the field, the authors introduce their proven methodology, known as Event Analysis. This technique defines specific actions, discusses the order of those actions, and offers significant insight into determining what did or did not happen in the course of the incident under investigation. Using case studies and more than 200 color photos, the book demonstrates this method and how it can be used to explain clues that would otherwise be puzzling or ambiguous. The authors show how to resolve significant questions that arise in the course of CSR through the use of an event analysis worksheet. The book also discusses crime scene protocol, bloodstain pattern analysis, gunshot investigation, and forensic pathology and the human body. The final chapters provide instruction on writing crime scene reports, discuss ethical issues, and offer advice on courtroom presentation. Catalog no. 65513, June 2009, 302 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6551-0, $92.95 / £58.99 Also available as an eBook

Robert R. Hazelwood Ann Wolbert Burgess Boston College, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA

U.S. Justice Department statistics indicate that only 26 percent of all rapes or attempted rapes are reported to law enforcement officials, and only slightly more than half of these result in the arrest of a suspect. Part of the problem lies in the public’s lack of faith in the criminal justice system’s ability to effectively deal with rape, victims, and the offenders. Practical Aspects of Rape Investigation: A Multidisciplinary Approach, Fourth Edition presents several new research findings and forensic techniques which enable agencies to overcome past impediments to successful intervention and prosecution. This volume expertly advances the state of knowledge for police, health professionals, rape crisis staffs, and other criminal justice professionals. The book begins with a focus on the victim and reviews contemporary issues in the field of sexual violence, discusses the impact of sexual assault on the victim, and outlines victim care services. Then, from an investigative perspective, the book examines the relevance of fantasy, impulsive and ritualistic behavior, the personality of the offender, victim and offender interviews, geographic profiling, false allegations, and false confessions. A discussion of forensics and the court includes topics on collection of evidence, medical examinations and treatment, and trial preparation issues. Lastly, the book examines special populations with sections on pedophiles, female and juvenile offenders, drug-facilitated rape, sexual sadism, abuse of the elderly, and the timely topic of educator misconduct. This comprehensive text is the definitive resource for those who must contend with the crimes of rape and other sexual assaults. Catalog no. 65041, June 2008, 592 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6504-6, $109.95 / £69.99 Also available as an eBook

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Crime Scene Investigation Bestseller!

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Bloodstain Pattern Analysis with an Introduction to Crime Scene Reconstruction

Principles of Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Theory and Practice Stuart H. James

Third Edition

James and Associates, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA

Tom Bevel

Paul E. Kish

Oklahoma City Police Department (Retired), USA

Ross M. Gardner U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command (Retired), Georgia, USA

“… the most complete and comprehensive handbook to date from the perspective of the criminal investigator and forensic scientist on the subject of bloodstain spatter analysis….an eloquent and practical guide…” —(from the Foreword) Vernon J. Geberth, M.S., M.P.S., Author of Practical Homicide Investigation

" … a wise choice for a student of bloodstain pattern analysis." —Tom Mavin, Sgt., Forensic Identification Branch, Waterloo Regional Police Service, Cambridge, Ontario, writing in Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal

"Mr. Bevel and Mr. Gardner have expanded on the earlier editions of this book and although bloodstain pattern analysis can be a complicated and highly technical subject, this book, although comprehensive, is written in a manner that is easy to understand." —Forensic Science, Medicine, and Pathology

This third edition of a bestseller features new chapters enhancing its usefulness. It details a true taxonomic classification system with a supporting Decision Map to aid analysts in the field; offers a specific and detailed taxonomy of bloodstain pattern characteristics; presents experiments to support bloodstain pattern analysis; and describes the theory, principles, and methodology for crime scene reconstruction. The book emphasizes observable and reproducible results to mitigate accusations of subjectivity in evidence and testimony. This edition provides more than twice the number of color photos contained in the previous edition. Catalog no. 52683, April 2008, 440 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-5268-8, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

Forensic Consultant & Associates, Corning, New York, USA

T. Paulette Sutton University of Tennessee, Memphis, USA

“ … one of the finest forensic science books I have ever read. … This is one great work.” —Alex Jason, SCSA, CFPH

Bloodstain evidence has become a deciding factor in the outcome of many of the world’s most notorious criminal cases. As a result, substantiation of this evidence is crucial to those on either side of the courtroom aisle. Principles of Bloodstain Pattern Analysis: Theory and Practice presents an in-depth investigation of this important subject matter. A multidisciplinary approach is presented throughout the book that uses scene and laboratory examinations in conjunction with forensic pathology, forensic serology, and chemical enhancement techniques. Emphasis is on a thought process based on taxonomic classification of bloodstains that takes into account their physical characteristics of size, shape, and distribution, and the specific mechanisms that produce them. Individual chapters analyze case studies, with two chapters specifically discussing the details of legal issues as they pertain to bloodstain pattern analysis. Information highlighted throughout the book includes an examination of bloodstained clothing and footwear, the essentials of bloodstain photography, and information on bloodstain pattern analysis for crime scene reconstruction. Dramatic color images of bloodletting injuries, bloodstains, and crime scenes are also presented to compliment the technical content of this resource. Appendices contain scientific data that includes trigonometric tables and metric equivalents, crime scene and laboratory checklists, biohazard safety precautions, and court decisions relating to bloodstain pattern analysis and presumptive blood testing. Catalog no. 2014, May 2005, 576 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-2014-9, $157.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

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Crime Scene Investigation

Crime Scene Processing and Laboratory Workbook Patrick Jones and Ralph E. Williams

Practical Analysis and Reconstruction of Shooting Incidents Edward E. Hueske

Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA

Forensic Training & Consulting LLC, Coppell, Texas, USA

This laboratory manual allows students to practice the methods, procedures, and techniques associated with forensic science, crime scene investigation, documentation, and evidence handling. The text presents over twenty separate exercises that alternate between investigating physical evidence specific to the crime scene and evidence specific to the laboratory. The book also provides useful forms, including the laboratory submission request, that duplicate real-world experience and demonstrate how to properly collect, record, and submit evidence.

Accessible and comprehensive, Practical Analysis and Reconstruction of Shooting Incidents provides the foundation necessary to develop and sharpen the skills used to investigate shooting incidents. It explains what constitutes pertinent evidence and appropriate results pertaining to autopsies, forensic laboratory analysis, and reenactments. The text also reviews basic firearm design, function, ammunition components, and the terminology required for understanding evidence encountered at the scene.

Catalog no. 85425, February 2009, 240 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-8542-6 $39.95 / £24.99 Also available as an eBook

The book explains the basic mathematics of shooting reconstruction and includes sample problems at the end of each chapter. It presents case studies featuring the Kennedy assassinations and details proper photographic documentation and effective courtroom techniques used to present the results of shooting reconstructions to juries. The book provides examples of suggested demonstrative evidence.

Advanced Crime Scene Photography

Features:

Christopher D. Duncan

• Reviews databases and software useful in shooting reconstructions

Crime Scene Investigator, Houston, Texas, USA

Accurate photographic documentation is critical for creating lasting first impressions on a jury. Beginning with a review of basic photography principles, this book seamlessly integrates this information with corresponding applications in crime scene photography. Providing tips on creating compelling photos on a limited budget, it demonstrates how to photograph fingerprint, footwear, and tirewear impressions; tool and bite marks; and bloodstain patterns. It also explores specialized topics such as nighttime and low-light photography. Catalog no. 87894, February 2010, 339 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8789-5, $89.95 / £57.99 Also available as an eBook

• Combines theory and practice in an easily understandable presentation for both science and non-science professionals

• Provides equipment sources along with advice on making shooting reconstruction equipment • Includes never-before-published case studies with crime scene photographs • Addresses officer-involved shootings and “suicide by cop” Arming investigators with the means to successfully examine and evaluate what transpired at the scene, this volume is a critical resource for those charged with processing often ambiguous and puzzling shooting incidents. Catalog no. 2330, November 2005, 352 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-2330-0, $113.95 / £72.99 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Anthropology

Forensic Anthropology 2000 to 2010 Edited by

Sue Black and Eilidh Ferguson

The Use of Forensic Anthropology Second Edition Robert Pickering Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

David Bachman

University of Dundee, Scotland

Tucson, Arizona, USA

“ … this is an extremely useful edited reference text, written largely by students, for students, who need up-to-date information for their studies in Forensic Anthropology.”

This second edition of a bestseller is both an introductory text in forensic anthropology and a practical reference for forensic scientists and law enforcement professionals. The text utilizes ten key questions that should be asked whenever bone fragments are found at a scene. It contains chapters on bone chemistry, DNA and mtDNA and the effect of this evidence on juries, radio carbon dating, and an overview of forensic botany and entomology.

— Louise Scheuer, Forensic Anthropologist and Honorary Chair, University of Dundee

Advances in our ability to analyse information from skeletal remains and subsequent developments in the field of forensic anthropology make it possible to identify more victims of homicides, mass-fatality disasters, and genocide. Summarizing the vast collection of international literature that has developed over the past decade, Forensic Anthropology: 2000 to 2010 explores critical themes fundamental to this evolving topic. A superior supplemental text for any physical anthropology or archaeology class, this volume provides an ideal starting point for advanced exploration and more detailed analysis of select areas. Each chapter presents an overview of the theme under discussion, identifies present trends in research, and suggests areas in which future research could be developed. Topics discussed include: • • • • • • •

Age determination in juveniles and adults Sex, race, and ancestry determination Stature determination Dental and facial identification Skeletal trauma and bone pathology Taphonomy and comparative osteology Identification from soft tissues

Heavily referenced, each chapter contains extensive bibliographies that facilitate further study. The scope of the book’s coverage and the careful presentation of meticulous research make it an essential resource for those seeking deeper exploration of this growing field. Catalog no. K12051, February 2011, 427 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-4588-2 $99.95 / £25.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 68776, January 2009, 184 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6877-1, $71.95 / £45.99 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Entomology The Utility of Arthropods in Legal Investigations, Second Edition Edited by

Jason H. Byrd University of Florida, Gainesville, USA

James L. Castner Pittsburg State University, Kansas, USA

Providing valuable instruction on what to search for when recovering entomological evidence and how to handle items found at a crime scene, this text presents the basics on insects of forensic importance. With over 100 additional color photos and an expanded appendix, this second edition features chapters on standardization in forensic entomological analysis, climatology and thermoregulation in insects, and insect identification. The chapter on DNA now includes molecular techniques and genetic markers. Catalog no. 9215, September 2009, 705 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-9215-3, $154.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Anthropology Soil Analysis in Forensic Taphonomy Chemical and Biological Effects of Buried Human Remains

Skeletal Trauma Identification of Injuries Resulting from Human Rights Abuse and Armed Conflict Erin H. Kimmerle

Edited by

University of South Florida, Tampa, USA

Mark Tibbett

Jose Pablo Baraybar

University Western Australia, Crawley

Peruvian Forensic Anthropology Team (EPAF), Lima

David O. Carter

Written to assist in large-scale investigations of human rights violations, this seminal work describes the mechanisms of injuries, synthesizes variations in wounding patterns, and constructs an epidemiological framework for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting physical evidence for use at trial. Contributions evaluate blasting injuries, blunt and sharp force trauma, evidence of torture, and gunfire injuries. Illustrated with more than 600 photographs, each chapter discusses wounding mechanisms, wound pathophysiology, relevant legal examples, and contributed case studies.

University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA

This book focuses on the impact of soil and its components on the postmortem fate of human remains. From inorganic and organic chemistry perspectives, it discusses invertebrate activity, fungi, microbes, the process of decomposition, and time of death estimates. It provides methods for characterizing and fingerprinting soils and introduces the nature of soil materials in forensic comparisons. The book features 27 tables of data and 12 pages of color images to enhance understanding. Catalog no. 69918, February 2008, 352 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6991-4, $109.95 / £69.99 Also available as an eBook

The Forensic Anthropology Laboratory Edited by

Michael W. Warren and Laurel E. Freas University of Florida, Gainesville, USA

Heather A. Walsh-Haney Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, Florida, USA

Catalog no. 9269, February 2008, 520 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-9269-6, $172.95 / £110.00 Also available as an eBook

Forensic and Medico-legal Aspects of Sexual Crimes and Unusual Sexual Practices Anil Aggrawal Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi, India

A one-of-a-kind reference, this volume compiles the best practices of policies, procedures, and protocols of different laboratories across the world. It brings together experts in every aspect of forensic anthropology to consider physical plant demands, equipment needs, staffing, ethical issues, and the process of certification with the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors. With examples of implementation, the text also discusses proven methods in skeletal preparation, laboratory flow, and specimen curation.

From sexual abuse and fetishism to necrophilia and sadomasochism, this volume identifies 14 classifications of unusual sexual pathologies. It presents detailed comparisons of legal and medical definitions, historical aspects, current incidence, and the geographical prevalence of these offenses. It also explores the potential causes, discussing etiological theories and reviewing psychopathology. Highlighting the cross-cultural nature of the forensic aspects of human sexuality, the book examines various case studies in the context of international legislation.

Catalog no. 2320, May 2008, 240 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-2320-1, $129.95 / £83.00 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 43080, December 2008, 424 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-4308-2, $109.95 / £69.99 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Archaeology New!

Forensic Recovery of Human Remains Archaeological Approaches, Second Edition

The Virtopsy Approach 3D Optical and Radiological Scanning and Reconstruction in Forensic Medicine

Tosha L. Dupras, John J. Schultz, Sandra M. Wheeler, and Lana J. Williams

Edited by

University of Central Florida, Orlando, USA

"The very first book on Virtopsy and excellent at that. I would imagine that every forensic pathologist and radiologist must read this one. We have all been reading Thali's papers on Virtopsy in various journals. Now here is a book which summarizes everything he has published so far, plus a lot more."

Processing a crime scene where human remains are found presents unique challenges and requires specialized techniques not generally learned in standard crime scene and law enforcement training. Without proper guidance, scenes can be improperly processed and vital evidence lost. Forensic Recovery of Human Remains: Archaeological Approaches, Second Edition is an updated, comprehensive reference pertaining to the search, recovery, documentation, and excavation of human remains and associated evidence from forensic contexts. Highlights in the Second Edition include: • New chapters on understanding the forensic context and writing the final report • Information on locating experts in forensic archaeology and forensic anthropology • Necessary terminology, equipment, and methods for search, recovery, and excavation • Geophysical technologies for searches involving metallic evidence, graves, and submerged bodies • Surveying and mapping techniques • Instruction on excavation of buried evidence • Advice on recognizing and collecting associated botanical and entomological evidence • Guidelines for distinguishing between human and nonhuman skeletal remains This edition presents a greater emphasis on classroom use and instruction and includes case studies, key terms, discussion questions, and suggested readings to facilitate further study. An essential reference for forensic experts and non-experts alike, this volume provides the tools necessary to ensure that every piece of potential evidence at the scene is uncovered and properly processed. Catalog no. K12288, November 2011, 408 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-5030-5, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

Michael J. Thali, Richard Dirnhofer, and Peter Vock

—Anil Aggrawal’s Internet Journal of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology

“This excellent text is not an endpoint in these exciting developments but a stepping-stone which may motivate forensic scientists to tackle the many unsolved problems and questions in forensic science using modem methods that have proven their enormous value in chemistry and medicine.” —Dr. Michael J. Shkrum, Department of Pathology London Health Sciences Centre, Canadian Society of Forensic Science

Charred, badly decomposed, or mummified corpses, as well as those restrictions forced upon coroners by certain religious sects, often make autopsies impossible to perform. In addition, lack of manpower among the personnel charged with performing autopsies frequently creates a backlog of cases in the coroner’s office. This delay increases the likelihood that causes of death will go undetermined and criminal perpetrators will go unpunished. The solution can be found in what has come to be known as the virtopsy®, a minimally invasive and efficient way to perform an autopsy through state-of-the-art imaging-guided means. Virtopsy refers to “virtual autopsy,” a modality that employs a spectrum of technologies including computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy, and 3D photogrammetry and surface scanning. In The Virtopsy Approach: 3D Optical and Radiological Scanning and Reconstruction in Forensic Medicine, the authors reveal a comprehensive summary of the virtopsy procedure. Well-organized and detailed enough to serve as a how-to guide for newcomers to the field, the book is copiously illustrated with many color figures accompanied by appropriate explanatory captions. Catalog no. 8178, May 2009, 536 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-8178-2, $205.95 / £131.00 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Archaeology Bestseller!

Human and Nonhuman Bone Identification A Concise Field Guide Diane L. France Colorado State University, Fort Collins, USA

In Human and Nonhuman Bone Identification: A Color Atlas, Diane L. France, one of the most respected forensic anthropologists in the world, offered a comprehensive handbook of photographs and other information essential for examining skeletal remains and determining species and body parts. Conveniently designed for field use, this compact version of the book presents the major skeletal elements from the same species as the bestselling Atlas. Focusing on the bones most often discovered in field scenarios, the book is divided into two major sections: • General Osteology includes major features of bone growth and development and highlights general comparisons of quadrupedal mammals to human bones. This section includes an introduction to bird skeletal anatomy and some suggestions on how to clean and preserve bones. • Major Bones of the Bodies of Different Animals includes most bones from the cranium to the metatarsal. Filled with more than 1200 annotated, crisp photographs, Human and Nonhuman Bone Identification: A Concise Field Guide enables law enforcement, medicolegal death investigators, forensic anthropologists, and other professionals ready access to the information needed to help solve the mystery of discovered bones. Catalog no. K11077, November 2010, 295 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-2039-1 $69.95 / £44.99 Also available as an eBook

Human and Nonhuman Bone Identification A Color Atlas Diane L. France Colorado State University, Fort Collins, USA

This volume is a practical comparative guide to the differences among species for nearly all bones in the body. It features high quality photographs that illustrate shape and structural distinctions by showing similar bones from various angles and highlighting the contrast between human bones and those of other species. To identify commonly confused bones, sections are organized by types of bone as well as by groups of species. This book is also available on DVD. Catalog no. 62867, December 2008, 584 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6286-1, $309.95 / £197.00 Also available as an eBook

Human and Nonhuman Bone Identification A Color Atlas on DVD Catalog no. 62964, December 2008, 2 pp., DVD ISBN: 978-1-4200-6296-0, $195.95 / £125.00

Forensic Chemistry New!

Firearms, the Law, and Forensic Ballistics Third Edition Tom Warlow Firearms Consultative Committee, London, UK

A comprehensive reference on the forensic science of firearms, this book describes what happens when a weapon is fired in terms of internal, external, terminal, and wound ballistics and the importance of these events for the forensic scientist at the scene and in the laboratory. With revised and updated information, this edition includes a new section on crime scene investigation, other forms of explosive devices, new case studies, and a color insert. Catalog no. K10959, November 2011, 429 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1827-5, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Chemistry New!

Forensic Investigation of Explosions Second Edition Edited by

Alexander Beveridge Forensic Consultant, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Now in its second edition, Forensic Investigation of Explosions draws on the editor’s 30 years of explosives casework experience, including his work on task forces set up to investigate major explosives incidents. Dr. Alexander Beveridge provides a broad, multidisciplinary approach, assembling the contributions of internationally recognized experts who present the definitive reference work on the subject. Topics discussed include: • The physics and chemistry of explosives and explosions • The detection of hidden explosives • The effect of explosions on structures and persons • Aircraft sabotage investigations • Explosion scene investigations • Casework management • The role of forensic scientists • Analysis of explosives and their residues • Forensic pathology as it relates to explosives • Presentation of expert testimony With nearly 40 percent more material, this new edition contains revised chapters and several new topics, including: • A profile of casework management in the UK Forensic Explosives Laboratory, one of the world’s top labs, with a discussion of their management system, training procedures, and practical approaches to problem solving • Properties and analysis of improvised explosives • An examination of the Bali bombings and the use of mobile analytical techniques and mobile laboratories • The collection, analysis, and presentation of evidence in vehicle-borne improvised explosive device cases, as evidenced in attacks on US overseas targets This volume offers valuable information to all members of prevention and post-blast teams. Each chapter was written by an expert or experts in a specific field and provides well-referenced information underlying best practices that can be used in the field, laboratory, conference room, classroom, or courtroom. Catalog no. 87258, September 2011, 830 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8725-3, $149.95 / £95.00 Also available as an eBook

Contents (Abridged): The History, Development, and Characteristics of Explosives and Propellants; Robert B. Hople Physics of Explosion Hazards; Bibhu Mohanty Detection of Hidden Explosives; Susan Hallowell, Richard Lareau, Ronald Krauss, Curtis Bell, Joshua Rubinstein, Polly Gongwer, Pamela Beresford, and James C. Weatherall General Protocols at the Scene of an Explosion; Jean-Yves Vermette Recovery of Material from the Scene of an Explosion and its Subsequent Forensic Laboratory Examination—a Team Approach; Richard A. Strobel The Management of Casework within the United Kingdom Forensic Explosives Laboratory; Sharon Broome and Clifford Todd Aircraft Explosive Sabotage Investigation; John H. Garstang Evidence of Explosive Damage to Materials and Structures in Air Crash Investigations; Maurice Baker, John Winn, Steve Harris, and Nigel Harrison Investigation of Gas Phase Explosions in Buildings; Christopher D. Foster Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Devices; Donald J. Sachtleben Investigation of Pipe Bombs; Edward C. Bender and Alexander D. Beveridge Improvised Explosives Characteristics, Detection, and Analysis; Kirk Yeager Quality and the Trace Detection and Identification of Organic High Explosives; Sean Doyle Chromatography of Explosives; Bruce McCord, Inge Corbin, and Edward Bender Analysis of Explosives by Mass Spectrometry; Tsippy Tamiri and Shmuel Zitrin Analysis of Explosives by Infrared Spectrometry; Shmuel Zitrin and Tsippy Tamiri Portable Explosive Detection Instruments; Sarah Benson, Naomi Speers, and Vincent Otieno-Alego ... Index

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Forensic Chemistry New!

Mechanics of Impression Evidence David S. Pierce Sarnia Police Service, Ontario, Canada

As forensic technology becomes more sophisticated, courts are demanding more scientific content and juries are expecting meticulous confirmation of facts alleged. Greater attention is now paid to increasingly finer details and improved methods of describing every form of evidence. Applying physics, chemistry, and engineering to the process of analysis and interpretation, Mechanics of Impression Evidence reflects the shift to these heightened standards and offers a starting point for significant change in the way that impression evidence is considered, utilized, and presented. Concepts discussed in this groundbreaking text include: • The three-dimensional nature of the human fingerprint and a shift toward a more holistic image of the surface of friction skin • Dimensional stability and striation mark issues, which can change the way footwear outsoles are evaluated and compared • The research and development of electrostatic scans that could possibly save lives and locate or describe evidence as never before • The growing availability of new measurement techniques that can improve evidence testimony • The use of personal experimentation to support conclusions or confirm that which is otherwise considered fact Making use of logic and science to question our approach to impression evidence, this volume begins with simple ideas and basic notions and uses these building blocks to suggest and consider potentially controversial changes in the way evidence is located, interpreted, compared, and presented. Catalog no. K10706, February 2011, 241 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1370-6, $79.95 / £49.99 Also available as an eBook

Forensic Science Advances and Their Application in the Judiciary System Edited by

Danielle Sapse and Lawrence Kobilinsky John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York, USA

Over the past decade, many achievements have been made in forensic science and there have been great advances in the technology available to crime scene personnel and laboratory analysts. Many of the newer methods employed by criminalists are based on sound scientific research and have extraordinary sensitivity and specificity. Forensic Science Advances and Their Application in the Judiciary System describes such methods and provides insight into their impact on forensic science and criminal justice. Topics discussed in this forward-thinking volume include: • Scientific evidence in criminal cases where the outcome has been largely decided based on forensic evidence analysis • Legal and chemical aspects in the detection and analysis of methamphetamines • New methods used for the analysis of DNA obtained from botanical evidence and insects • New applications of chemical methods to forensic science, including quantum chemistry calculations as applied to systems of forensic interest • Legal aspects of the utilization of DNA in the analysis of biological evidence, including cases where DNA analysis has been used to convict a criminal or exonerate an innocent person • NMR methods and their application to physical evidence analysis in forensic science • Virtual autopsy methods, with special emphasis on cross-sectional imaging • DNA studies of ancient remains, such as Egyptian mummies • Postmortem chemical changes that take place upon death • Forensic and legal issues related to animal cruelty and its correlation to the abuse of women and children Catalog no. K11455, August 2011, 295 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2959-2, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Science An Introduction to Scientific and Investigative Techniques, Third Edition Edited by

Stuart H. James James & Associates Forensic Consultants, Inc. Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA

Jon J. Nordby Final Analysis Forensics, University Place, Washington, USA

Considered by professionals to be the top textbook in the field, this comprehensive overview of forensic science reaches beyond the scope of other introductory texts that concentrate primarily on criminalistics. It covers a range of fundamental topics and includes the technical detail necessary to understand the breadth of the science. Changes in this edition include new developments in forensic photography, computer forensics, DNA analysis, crime scenes, and forensic pathology.

Chemical Analysis of Firearms, Ammunition, and Gunshot Residue James Smyth Wallace Forensic Science Agency of Northern Ireland, Carrickfergus

Drawn from the author’s vast experience with the Northern Ireland Forensic Science Laboratory (NIFSL), this comprehensive work integrates information on the chemical aspects of firearms and ammunition with a focused history of the evolution of the modern weapon. It begins with foundational knowledge, details the development of firearms and ammunition, discusses the chemical nature of modern firearms, and explores firearms residue and detection techniques. More than 100 figures and tables complement the text. Catalog no. 69667, June 2008, 320 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6966-2, $109.95 / £69.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 64932, February 2009, 800 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6493-3, $92.95 / £37.99 Also available as an eBook

Forensic Science Laboratory Manual and Workbook Third Edition Thomas Kubic and Nicholas Petraco John Jay College, New York, USA

Forensic Applications of High Performance Liquid Chromatography Shirley Bayne Teesside University, Middlesbrough, UK

A laboratory companion to Forensic Science: An Introduction to Scientific and Investigative Techniques and other forensic texts, this revised laboratory companion provides numerous experiments in odontology, anthropology, archeology, chemistry, and trace evidence. The experiments cover tests including body fluid, soil, glass, fiber, ink, and hair. Also presented are experiments involving impression evidence, such as fingerprints, bite marks, footwear, and firearms. The book features the use of digital and traditional photography and basic microscopy.

Michelle Carlin

Catalog no. 87193, April 2009, 336 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-8719-2 $40.95 / £25.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 91913, January 2010, 272 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-9191-5 $59.95 / £38.99 Also available as an eBook

University of Northumbria, UK

Maintaining a balance between practical solutions and the theoretical considerations involved in HPLC analysis, this volume uses real-life examples likely to be found within a forensic science laboratory to explain HPLC from a forensic science perspective. Focusing on reverse phase HPLC mode of separation, each chapter includes a key point summary, a series of questions (where appropriate) and a list of books and journal articles to give further insight into the topics covered.

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Forensic Pathology New!

New!

Bone Histology

Forensic Pathology

An Anthropological Perspective Edited by

Christian Crowder Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, New York, USA

Sam Stout The Ohio State University, Columbus, USA

Bone Histology: An Anthropological Perspective brings together authors with extensive experience and expertise in various aspects of hard tissue histology to provide a comprehensive discussion of the application of methods, current theories, and future directions in hard tissue research related to anthropological questions. Topics discussed include: • The biology underlying skeletal growth and development leading to adult skeletal morphology • Current research in understanding in bone modeling • Histological features of dental hard tissues and their utility in biological anthropology • Histological analysis as a means to differentiate human from nonhuman bone and for the purpose of age estimation • The biomechanics of cortical bone • Histotaphonomy and how postmortem microstructural change can be used for taphonomic inquiry • The application of light microscopy in paleopathology to classify pathological conditions • The histological study of bone tissue of archaeological origin • Researchers’ access to collections of bone samples with known demographic information • Technological aspects of hard tissue histology, including laboratory requirements and highresolution imaging In most cases, the physical remains of humans available to bioarchaeologists, paleopathologists, and paleontologists are limited to skeletal material. Fortunately, these hard tissues are a storehouse of information about biological processes experienced during the life of an individual. This volume provides an overview of the current state of research and potential applications in anthropology and other fields that employ a histological approach to the study of hard tissues. Catalog no. K13001, September 2011, 417 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-6691-7, $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

Postmortem CT Scanning, Fractures, and Mechanisms of Injury Michael P. Burke Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, Victoria, Australia

More autopsy procedures are calling for full body CT scans, where issues are discovered that would not normally be found in the context of a typical autopsy. In the absence of a radiologist, the job of interpreting these scans falls to the forensic pathologist. Forensic Pathology: Postmortem CT Scanning, Fractures, and Mechanisms of Injury was created with the help of a world-class CT specialty radiologist. It presents 500 color images and explains how to interpret these images for autopsy purposes. Features: • Explains the differences between live scans and those of the deceased • Demonstrates how full body CT scans provide a snapshot in time of the body at the time of death that can be used in later medico-legal proceedings • Illustrates the benefits and limitations of employing computed tomography • Contains chapters that move progressively through the different parts of the human skeletal structure • Includes a CD-ROM with thousands of additional images Contents (Abridged): Physics of fracture (material science) Forensic issues in fracture Computed Tomography Head (Skull and face) Spine Chest Upper limbs Pelvis Lower limbs Forensic Issues Physics of fracture (material science) Forensic issues in fracture Computed Tomography Head (Skull and face) Spine Chest ... Catalog no. K13836, December 2011, 280 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-8148-4, $189.95 / £121.00 Also available as an eBook

New and Bestselling Forensics Books from CRC Press

Forensic Pathology Bitemark Evidence

Forensic Dentistry

A Color Atlas and Text, Second Edition

Second Edition

Edited by

David R. Senn

Robert B.J. Dorion

University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, USA

Director of Forensic Dentistry, Laboratoire de Sciences Judiciaires et de Médecine Légale, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

“I salute Dr. Dorion and the many top-flight individuals involved in this effort for bringing together an awesome amount of information on an important subject in an organized fashion. The text Bitemark Evidence remains unchallenged in its field.” — Gerald L. Vale, DDS, MDS, MPH, JD, D-ABFO, Past President, American Board of Forensic Odontology; Distinguished Fellow, American Academy of Forensic Sciences

Experts in the field of bitemark evidence confront complexities ranging from the identification and collection of evidence, to microscopic analysis, to legal implications and courtroom admissibility. Now in its second edition, Bitemark Evidence reflects the knowledge, training, experience, opinions, and research of 27 authors from around the world to present an atlas with coverage from a range of disciplines. This comprehensive text details the protocols for photography, collection, preservation, and analysis of bitemarks and examines everything from the history of bitemark evidence, to diagnostic considerations, to expert witnesses and testimony.

Edited by

Paul G. Stimson University of Texas Dental Branch, Houston, USA

Regarded by leading investigators and pathologists as the definitive guide to forensic dentistry, this bestselling volume is now completely revised to include the cutting-edge work of many additional contributors. In addition to detailing the latest investigative techniques and the science behind them, this edition delves more deeply into the field’s historical and theoretical underpinnings. It also looks at the role forensic dentistry played in recent identification cases including the aftermath of 9/11. Catalog no. 78364, January 2010, 470 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-7836-7, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

New in the Second Edition: • A historical perspective, beginning with the earliest known bitemark references from the Bible and the Kama Sutra, up to the modern development of forensic organizations around the world • Updated chapter on digital photography • Practical tips on forensic bitemark photography • Processing and analysis of digital images for evidentiary purposes • The rationale, use, materials, and methods employed for confocal laser microscopy (CLM) and the scanning electron microscope (SEM) • Current issues in bitemark analysis and research, emerging technologies, and recent developments

Organized in a concise but thorough format, this volume offers complete procedures for performing autopsies on teeth and jaws and shows how to preserve evidence of dental interest, including bite marks. It also shows the importance of proper record taking, explaining the use of charts, radiographs, and photographs in making accurate identification. The scope of the book spans from crime scene intake to remains exhumation, and also covers work with fresh, decomposed, and skeletal remains.

Catalog no. K10984, March 2011, 674 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-1862-6, $199.95 / £127.00 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 70134, June 2009, 276 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-7013-2, $133.95 / £85.00 Also available as an eBook

Dental Autopsy William E. Silver and Richard R. Souviron Miami-Dade Medical Examiner's Department, Florida, USA

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Forensic Pathology New!

Disaster Victim Identification Experience and Practice Edited by

Sue Black, G. Sunderland, L. Hackman, and X. Mallett Disaster management has become an increasingly global issue, and victim identification is receiving greater attention. By raising awareness through past events and experiences, practitioners, policymakers, and students can learn what works, what doesn’t work, and how to avoid future mistakes. Disaster Victim Identification: Experience and Practice addresses a selection of key historical incidents and includes candid discussions of potential areas for improvement in preparedness and future deployment capabilities. Each chapter addresses a specific disaster and is divided into three sections. First, the senior officer for the force who led the relevant investigation contributes impressions about the disaster and the force’s response to it. Next, the book presents data such as the manpower available at the time of the disaster, the number of officers involved in the deployment, and other relevant factors. The next section provides the details of the disaster, including the response methods employed, the number of fatalities/casualties, and lessons learned. The book also explores the effect that the disaster had on the response team, short-and long-term. Finally, each chapter examines important aspects of the particular disaster, in terms of legislative, moral, practical, or other contribution to the field of mass disaster planning, preparation and deployment on a wider scale. Viewing disaster management from a global perspective, this volume contains the combined input of academics, forensic specialists, trainers, and law enforcement professionals who focus on actual cases to honestly assess events and provide recommendations for improvement. Catalog no. 94122, May 2011, 272 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-9412-1, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

Quality Assurance in the Pathology Laboratory Forensic, Technical, and Ethical Aspects Edited by

Maciej J. Bogusz Consulting Toxicologist, Sinheim, Germany

The continuous formulation of good practices and procedures across fields reflects the importance of the recognition and maintenance of “quality” for nearly every profession. The widespread introduction of point-of-care testing, centralization of activities in large core laboratories, and the increase in number and complexity of diagnostic testing worldwide has driven changes in the organization of laboratory diagnostics over the past decades. As such, it is vital to keep current with updated techniques and complex procedures and to stay vigilant about safety and good practices adjustments. Although widely defined and quantified, the concept of quality is an intrinsic feature of the human psyche and decision-making. Written to improve laboratory work, Quality Assurance in the Pathology Laboratory examines: • Quality assurance of quantifiable methods applied in laboratory medicine and toxicology • Quality aspects of emerging disciplines including personalized therapy and virtopsy • Regulatory and logistic instrumentation that ensure quality in laboratory methods • Professional education at the graduate and postgraduate levels Laboratory diagnostics substantially contributes to clinical decision making by providing valuable information for the screening, diagnosis, therapeutic monitoring, and follow-up of most—if not all—human disorders. Providing general insights into the quality assurance aspects of pathology and laboratory medicine, this book aids in improving laboratory work and, at the same time, shows the possibilities and limits of the logistic and legal tools related to quality issues. Catalog no. K10122, February 2011, 388 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-0234-2, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Pathology Scientific Protocols for Forensic Examination of Clothing

Forensic Autopsy A Handbook and Atlas

Jane Moira Taupin

Edited by

Greensboro, Victoria, Australia

Cristoforo Pomara, Steven B. Karch, and Vittorio Fineschi

Chesterene Cwiklik Cwiklik and Associates, Seattle, Washington, USA

When a crime or other incident takes place, clothing items are often present or left behind, and can become directly involved in the case itself. Items of clothing are thus one of the most common types of exhibits examined in court. They can provide valuable information in cases of violent crimes, such as homicide or rape, as well as in burglary, robbery, arson, and vehicular accidents. The first of its kind, Scientific Protocols for Forensic Examination of Clothing discusses the forensic examination of clothing in criminal cases. Features: • Discusses the relevance, limitations, and repercussions of the forensic examination of clothing • Provides tools for organizing observations and selecting samples for testing • Highlights the ramifications of DNA profiling • Presents a novel discussion of clothing damage and its interactions with other evidence • Offers examples and case studies to clarify material • Includes more than 70 photographs Suitable for a wide range of readers, this book is designed for examiners trying to decide how to approach a clothing examination, those looking for more information on a specific topic, laboratory quality assurance officers in need of a reliable reference, as well as attorneys, investigators, archaeologists, and curators. Catalog no. 68210, November 2010, 251 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6821-4, $129.95 / £82.00 Also available as an eBook

All too often, forensic pathologists perform autopsies that are limited only to the body parts that are suspect, leading to biased and inaccurate results. A correct diagnosis for cause of death can only be reached by a strict and systematic examination of the whole body. Providing a step-by-step, photoassisted guide to complete autopsy procedures, Forensic Autopsy: A Handbook and Atlas commands the field in offering the most advanced and complete resource of its kind. Packed with more color photos than any other leading autopsy reference, this volume explores: • External cadaver examination • Organ removal methods • Laboratory procedures • Microscopy applications • New imaging techniques • Pediatric and fetal autopsy • Pre- and post-autopsy procedures • Genetic disease and DNA diagnosis • Autopsy protocol for the examination of the vertebral artery From macroscopic to microscopic approaches, this volume provides detailed guidelines for performance of autopsy on every part of the human body. Using these standardized protocols and with the proper knowledge, training, and experience, pathologists can develop the skill needed to become experts in their field. Contents: A Methodological Approach to the External Examination. The Autopsy. Pediatric and Fetal Autopsies. Laboratory Technologies and Methodologies. Beyond and Together with Autopsy Techniques: Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy in Forensic Medicine. Postmortem Radiology and Digital Imaging. Genetic Disease and DNA Diagnosis. Autopsy Protocol for the Examination of the V3–V4 Segments of the Vertebral Artery: The Introna-Corrado Method. Index. Catalog no. K10054, February 2010, 161 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-0064-5, $189.95 / £121.00 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Pathology Brogdon's Forensic Radiology Second Edition

Karch's Pathology of Drug Abuse

Edited by

Fourth Edition

Michael J. Thali, M.D.

Steven B. Karch, M.D., FFFLM

University of Zurich, Switzerland

Mark D. Viner Cranfield Forensic Institute, Wiltshire, UK

B.G. Brogdon University of South Alabama, Medical Center, Mobile, USA

The benchmark first edition of Forensic Radiology, published in 1998, was a milestone in the forensic community—a bestseller throughout the world and a standard reference for practitioners and educators alike. Over the past twelve years, the fields of forensic science and radiology have developed considerably, necessitating a revision of this critical work. Like its predecessor, Brogdon’s Forensic Radiology, Second Edition covers the entire scope of radiological applications in the forensic sciences, profiling current and anticipated uses of new modalities and techniques. After an introduction to the field, the book presents chapters on forensic radiology as it applies to identification, gunshot wounds, abuse, and nonviolent crimes. It also explores the essentials of diagnostic imaging and issues related to courtroom presentation. New Topics in this Edition include: • The radiologist as an expert witness • Modern cross-sectional imaging in anthropology • New approaches to radiology in mass casualty situations • The use of virtual imaging and virtopsy—new modalities developed and advanced since the publication of the last edition • Forensic and clinical usage of x-rays in body packing for drug smuggling • Imaging in the medical examiner’s facility and in the field • Radiology of special objects, antiquities, and mummies Enhanced by more than 1300 radiographic images and photographs, examples of courtroom testimony, and actual case studies of mass casualties, this practical text comprehensively demonstrates the vast possibilities that today’s radiology advancements can offer the forensic field. Catalog no. 75624, November 2010, 654 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-7562-5, $159.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

Consultant and Cardiac Pathologist and Toxicologist, Berkeley, California, USA

“… the best and most readable book I have seen on the subject … .” —Jason Payne-James, in the Journal of Forensic Clinical Medicine

“… truly comprehensive and useful ... .” —Archives of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

“… the best work ever written on drug abuse.” —Charles L. Winek, Toxicology editor, Forensic Science International

Organized to provide forensic investigators and pathologists with ready access to the most authoritative and comprehensive information available, this fourth edition of Karch’s Pathology of Drug Abuse has been fully updated to cover the role of genetic diversity in the diagnosis of drug-related toxicity and the role of DNA testing in determining cause of death. It also considers the significance of new findings regarding the molecular biology and toxicogenetics of cocaine and heroin, offers important new information on marijuana, absinthe, and the abuse of khat, and details those unique medical syndromes and histological alterations associated with the most commonly abused drugs. With a focus on the investigation of drug-related deaths and practical approaches to the detection of drug abuse, this remarkable volume includes: • Color graphics mapping worldwide drug production and availability • More than 170 color photos and microphotographs • 46 tables of comparative information • 5,000 references to the literature Steven Karch’s bestselling resources can be found on the bookshelves of forensic experts and pathologists across the world. A fellow in several forensic and toxicological societies, Dr. Karch has served many years as a consultant to both the legal community and the pharmaceutical industry in the United States and the United Kingdom. Catalog no. 7880, December 2008, 736 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-7880-5, $146.95 / £93.00 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Pathology

Forensic Neuropathology Second Edition Jan E. Leestma, M.D., M.M.

Color Atlas of Forensic Medicine and Pathology Edited by

Charles A. Catanese

Brainworks, LLC, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Chief Medical Examiner, Orange County, New York, USA

This updated text comprehensively reviews all aspects of neuropathology that may have forensic or medical-legal import. It examines the role of the neuropathologist in a legal setting before delving into specific forensic aspects of neuropathology and various syndromes and conditions affecting adults and children. The book explores intracranial equilibria, physical injury to the nervous system, neuropathology perspectives on child abuse, gunshot and other penetrating wounds, and the forensic aspects of complex neural functions.

With twice as many color photographs as any other forensic pathology atlas, this book presents cases from New York City, one of the busiest medical examiner’s offices in the country. It covers a range of injuries, including gunshot wounds, accidental deaths, blunt and sharp force trauma, and natural diseases. It also explores pattern injuries and their causes, changes associated with decomposition, and pathologies caused by mass disasters. A DVD version is also available.

Catalog no. 9167, October 2008, 768 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-9167-5, $157.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

Handbook of Forensic Toxicology for Medical Examiners D. K. Molina, M.D. Forensic professionals require quick and easy access to reliable sources of information to help interpret toxicology results. This volume references the most common toxic drugs and their levels of toxicity, making it an ideal text for quick confirmation in the field or in the lab. It describes how to obtain and submit samples, explains methods of analysis, provides hundreds of tables and data sets on substances causing toxicity, and includes several useful appendices. Catalog no. 76418, July 2009, 384 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-7641-7 $92.95 / £58.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 4320X, October 2009, 424 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-4320-4, $205.95 / £131.00 Also available as an eBook

Pediatric Homicide Medical Investigation Edited by

Karen Griest The Center for Medicolegal Research & Consultation, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA

Designed for quick access, this volume is an invaluable resource for medical examiners, police, child abuse investigators, and attorneys. Focusing on forensic pathology aspects, it covers all typical causes of death, with chapters on asphyxiation, intentional drowning, abdominal trauma, head injury, poisoning, and intentional starvation. Each of the chapters considers medical and investigative difficulties associated with that particular cause of death, includes illustrative photographs, and provides the means to confirm the diagnosis. Catalog no. 73001, September 2009, 232 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-7300-3, $102.95 / £65.99 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Psychology New!

Equivocal Child Abuse Sandra B. McPherson and Farshid Afsarifard Beachwood, Ohio, USA

Child abuse cases with hardto-prove allegations pose challenges for all those who seek to protect the welfare of children. Helping courts, evaluators, guardians, and lawyers understand and work with difficult cases, Equivocal Child Abuse brings together insights, experience, and guidance from multiple sources to minimize unnecessary harm done to children and families. Exploring all facets of case management, the book discusses: • Legal concepts and theory, the history of guardians ad litem, and the complexity of the processes involved in legal decision making • How different court systems operate, the path of a case, and the roles of participants in custody cases • The investigative process, the evaluation of report credibility, the use of videotape, erspectives of child custody evaluators, and sample investigations • The testimony of expert witnesses, evaluators, guardians ad litem, and treating professionals; and the rules of evidence • Hazards practitioners face in domestic relations and custody cases, including licensing issues, civil suit actions, and personal safety concerns • Intervention options, such as supervised visitation, therapy for children, and mediation • Mental health issues in case participants, including borderline personality disorder, narcissistic and related personality patterns, affective disorders, and substance abuse • A working model for the forensic evaluator, with instructions on conducting the evaluation and reportage Filled with case studies to elucidate concepts, the book also contains appendices with recommended guidelines for interviewing children in cases of alleged sexual abuse, a line-by-line expert critique of a child interview, and other tools, making this volume a critical resource for all those who contend with these complex cases. Catalog no. K12123, September 2011, 304 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4776-3, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

Investigative and Forensic Interviewing A Personality-focused Approach Craig N. Ackley, Shannon M. Mack, Kristen Beyer, and Philip Erdberg Experienced investigators know that taking an interviewee’s personality into account can lead to a more productive outcome. This volume provides a window into the personality types most commonly encountered in the legal system and demonstrates how to use this insight to plan and conduct effective interviews. The personality types discussed include narcissistic, antisocial, psychopathic, borderline, inadequate/immature, paranoid, and schizotypal. The book is designed for anyone who interviews witnesses, suspects, and offenders throughout the legal system. Catalog no. 84259, December 2010, 196 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8425-2, $69.95 / £44.99

Suicidal Mass Murderers A Criminological Study of Why They Kill John Liebert Banner Desert Hospital, Mesa, Arizona, USA

William J. Birnes Chairman of Sunrise Community Counseling Center, Los Angeles, California, USA

Examining violence from the perspective of clinical medicine and psychology, this book explains how to identify and effectively deal with the potential suicidal mass murderer before he kills. Providing an account of the Virginia Tech tragedy, the book details the killer’s descent into madness that culminated in this event. It asks how we can identify the potentially dangerous, intervene early, mitigate potential damage, and do all of this while protecting constitutional rights. Catalog no. 76787, February 2011, 335 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-7678-3 $59.95 / £38.99 Also available as an eBook

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Interpol's Forensic Science Review 2010

Practical Forensic Digital Imaging

Edited by

Niamh Nic Daeid

Applications and Techniques

University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland

Patrick Jones

Max Houck Analytical Services, Arlington, Virginia, USA

The Interpol Forensic Science Symposium is held every three years and is a forum for forensic managers from all Interpol member states. The IFSS facilitates information exchange about scientific contributions in criminal investigations and the administration of justice. It provides a forum for discussion of current forensic issues and possible solutions, identifies trends and their potential effects on forensic science, creates bridges with the international forensic community supporting Interpol's mission, and presents updates made in forensic sciences over the previous three years. A special session at the 2010 symposium focused on the business of forensics and viewed approaches to effectiveness and efficiency for forensic laboratories around the world. Drawn from these proceedings, Interpol’s Forensic Science Review 2010: • Provides an international perspective of advances in criminalistics • Includes contributions from James Frasier of University of Strathclyde, Paul Reedy of Australian National Police, and Justice Tettey of the United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime • Profiles advances in chemical, toxicological, impression, and electronic evidence • Contains a special section on management techniques in use around the world Contents: Chemical Criminalistics Drugs and Toxicology Electronic Evidence Fire, Explosives, and Hazardous Materials Individual Evidence Management Index Catalog no. K13798, January 2012, c. 584 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-8079-1 $139.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA

Well-documented scenes can prove to be invaluable pieces of evidence at trial, and the ability to take compelling photographs is a critical skill for forensic scientists and investigators. Practical Forensic Digital Imaging: Applications and Techniques is an up-to-date and thorough treatment of digital imaging in the forensic sciences. Balancing practical considerations with scientific and standards-based requirements, the book’s clear, concise presentation illustrates the essentials of digital imaging required by professionals in the field. Enhanced with crisp color photos, the book covers a host of critical topics, including: • The fundamentals of photographing crime scenes • The history of photography and the transition to digital imaging • Digital camera hardware and photographic techniques • Light, filters, and macro/micro imaging • Lay, professional, and expert witnesses, and the implications of Frye and Daubert • Enhancement of images and digital panoramic camera scanning • Storage of digital media • Ultraviolet and infrared imaging • Digital photo imaging microscopes Covering the full range of scenarios that forensic professionals encounter, the author includes special sections dedicated to photography involving footwear and tire impressions, vehicles, death and morgue scenes, and taphonomic and entomological imaging, as well as fingerprints, burglaries, fire and arson, sex offenses, blood, and trace evidence and microscopy. The techniques in this volume enable photographers to capture the images that will not only tell the story, but will also stand up in court. Catalog no. 60120, February 2011, 402 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6012-6, $99.95 / £63.99 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Science New!

Police and Military Dogs Ethics for the Public Service Professional

Criminal Detection, Forensic Evidence, and Judicial Admissibility

Aric W. Dutelle, M. F. S.

John Ensminger

University of WisconsinPlatteville, USA

Examining the history of ethics, codes, and legislation relating to public service, this volume explores current police and public service controversies and discusses important new mechanisms of accountability. It incorporates news stories throughout the text and includes websites to facilitate further research. Each chapter begins with learning objectives and key terms and includes Ripped from the Headlines current event examples that demonstrate actual scenarios described in the text. Ample review questions test comprehension. Catalog no. K11183, March 2011, 229 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2490-0, $79.95 / £49.99 Also available as an eBook

Ethics and the Practice of Forensic Science Robin T. Bowen West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA

Filled with examples suitable for personal guidance or class discussion, this text provides a fresh approach to a critical issue of science, justice, and the courts. Topics discussed include expert witnessing, research issues, how forensic laboratories handle personal information and personal samples, and the conflicts that are inherent in the melding of law and science. The book includes definitions of key terms and concepts and offers review questions to test readers’ assimilation of the material.

Stone Ridge, New York, USA

"A solid, hands-on, quick reference source … . Truly exceptional!" — Detective Jan Scofield, Master Trainer, North American Police Work Dog Association

Police procedures, forensic science, and the law have all had to take into account the tasks that police dogs perform and the evidence that their work produces. As such, it is essential that those in the criminal justice system understand this type of evidence and its value. Police and Military Dogs: Criminal Detection, Forensic Evidence, and Judicial Admissibility examines the use of police and military dogs for a wide variety of functions and explores canine biology and behavior as it applies to police work. The book begins with an overview of the changes that have occurred in the field in the past four decades as discoveries have been made about canine capabilities. The author examines how a canine handler’s work with a skilled police dog can affect the subsequent investigation and prosecution of the crime. He discusses optimal procedures for finding and processing evidence, and describes the boundaries of admissibility of evidence produced by police dogs. The book examines the many diverse detection functions police dogs are being trained to perform, ranging from cadaver detection to the discovery of explosives. It also describes the use of dogs to apprehend criminals and in search and rescue operations. Written for a wide audience including canine handlers, forensic scientists, attorneys, and the judiciary, this volume covers topics pertinent to all aspects of the police dog in contemporary law enforcement. Catalog no. K13331, October 2011, 304 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-7239-0, $79.95 / £49.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 88839, December 2009, 217 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8893-9, $71.95 / £45.99 Also available as an eBook

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Introduction to Security and Network Forensics William J. Buchanan

Color Atlas of Forensic Tool Mark Identification

Napier University, Edinburgh, Scotland

Nicholas Petraco

Explaining the fundamentals of cyber security and digital forensics, this text covers the basic principles of intrusion detection systems, encryption, and authentication. Beginning with an overview of general concepts in security, it addresses hashing and digital certificates, enhanced software security, and network security. It introduces the concept of risk, threat analysis, and network forensics and covers data hiding, obfuscation, web infrastructures, and cloud and grid computing. Supplemental material is available on the book’s website.

In this volume, a noted forensic expert helps move toolmark examination from an art to a science. The first part of the book contains an anthology of tried and true methods, procedures, and techniques used by practitioners of this discipline for over a century. It contains rationales and methodologies for casework and the application of various methods of statistical proof. The second section discusses commonly used hand tools and the marks they typically produce.

Catalog no. AU3568, June 2011, 502 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-3568-6, $69.95 / £36.99 Also available as an eBook

Financial Investigation and Forensic Accounting Third Edition George A. Manning, Ph.D, C.F.E., E.A. Consultant-Enrolled IRS Agent (Retired), Campbellton, Florida, USA

John Jay College, New York, USA

Catalog no. 43927, September 2010, 177 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-4392-1, $159.95 / £99.00 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Science The Basics, Second Edition Jay A. Siegel Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, USA

Kathy Mirakovits Portage Northern High School, Michigan, USA

Presenting a complete examination of the current methods and legal considerations involved in the detection and prosecution of economic crimes, this book examines different types of offenses with a financial element. It explores offshore activities and the means criminals use to hide their ill-gotten gains and provides a thorough review of evidentiary rules. The author examines two modalities used to prove financial crime and presents an example scenario based on real-life incidents.

Avoiding the complicated science and graphic images typical of most forensic references, this volume is written specifically for those without forensic science experience. New features in this edition include hands-on laboratory exercises; new review questions; more figures, photographs, and case studies; a mini-glossary; a list of acronyms; and links to websites that include free videos and demonstrations. Including more than 250 color images, this forensic primer works well in conjunction with CRC laboratory manuals.

Catalog no. K11229, December 2010, 792 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2566-2, $129.95 / £89.00 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 89021, March 2010, 525 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-8902-8, $79.95 / £49.99 Also available as an eBook

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Forensic Biology Identification and DNA Analysis of Biological Evidence

Forensic Science in Wildlife Investigations Edited by

Adrian Linacre

Richard Li John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York, New York, USA

University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, Scotland

Designed as an accessible introduction to basic scientific principles and their application in professional practice, this volume highlights the methods and techniques used in forensic serologic and forensic DNA analysis. Divided into two sections, the first addresses the identification of biological fluids. The second area covers forensic DNA techniques, such as extraction and quantization methods, DNA profiling analysis, and interpretation of results. Each chapter presents study questions, references, and numerous original illustrations.

Bringing together the salient points in recent literature, this book assembles the contributions of international experts to provide an in-depth look at the field of wildlife forensic examination. Offering practical guidance, it helps investigators and lab technicians decide on best methods, including a determination of when basic microscopy is sufficient, when DNA testing should occur, and what tests or combination of tests should be executed in a particular circumstance.

Catalog no. 43439, April 2008, 448 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-4343-3, $94.95 / £60.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 0410, March 2009, 178 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-0410-1, $144.95 / £92.00 Also available as an eBook

Fingerprints

Tire Tread and Tire Track Evidence

Analysis and Understanding

Recovery and Forensic Examination

Mark R. Hawthorne

William J. Bodziak

San Francisco Police Department (Retired), California, USA

Bodziak Forensics, Palm Coast, Florida, USA

Comprehensive and fundamental, this volume examines the techniques used to gather and analyze latent fingerprint evidence. Using an outline format for rapid comprehension, the text is easy to understand both by those collecting evidence and by those in branches of criminal justice who need to grasp the underlying principles. The book examines the history of analysis, ID methods, print pattern types, classification systems, evidence preparation, and presentation.

The analysis of tire marks is a key area within the forensic discipline of impression evidence. Using actual case studies, this volume presents practical methods for recovering, examining, and interpreting tire mark evidence. It discusses the use of various casting materials to make molds of the evidence for preservation and study and also demonstrates how to interpret skid marks. The text contains 200 photographs to illustrate impressions and techniques for investigation.

Catalog no. 68644, November 2008, 144 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-6864-1 $51.95 / £32.99 Also available as an eBook

Catalog no. 7247, February 2008, 368 pp. ISBN: 978-0-8493-7247-6, $109.95 / £69.99 Also available as an eBook

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Medical-Legal

Forensic Science in Healthcare

Healthcare Crime

Caring for Patients, Preserving the Evidence

Investigating Abuse, Fraud, and Homicide by Caregivers

Connie Darnell

Kelly M. Pyrek

Jemez Springs, New Mexico, USA

Glendale, Arizona, USA

“The author has distilled the essentials for those who do not have the time to wade through a lot of peripheral nice to know information to find immediate answers … . If you can have only one quick reference manual, it should be this one!”

Crime perpetrated by healthcare professionals is increasingly pervasive in today’s hospitals and other healthcare settings. Patients, coworkers, and employers are vulnerable to exploitation, fraud, abuse, and even murder. Investigative journalist Kelly M. Pyrek interviews experts who provide accounts concerning the range of criminality lurking in the healthcare setting in Healthcare Crime: Investigating Abuse, Fraud, and Homicide by Caregivers.

—Janet Barber Duval, Forensic Nurse

“ . . . an excellent resource for all healthcare providers and right on target for our EMS colleagues.” —Philip J. Froman, MD, FACEP, EMS Medical Director

First responders confronted by forensic cases are forced to consider the competing concerns of administering proper medical treatment while at the same time safeguarding vital evidence. Forensic Science in Healthcare: Caring for Patients, Preserving the Evidence presents precise on-scene protocol designed to ensure that the actions of the response team provide the necessary care and yet maintain the integrity of the evidence for legal purposes. Following an introduction to forensics, the book explains how to recognize and identify patients with forensic issues, offers guidelines on proper documentation, and provides tips on forensic photography and capturing critical images. It reviews basic principles of evidence collection before moving into specific case scenarios, including domestic violence, sexual assault, child and elder abuse, youth violence, and death investigation. The book also examines occupational concerns for forensic personnel as well as legal issues such as testifying in depositions and in court. Enhanced with photographs, illustrations, templates for documentation, and case-specific recommendations, this one-stop reference provides first responders with practical understanding of the steps that should be followed to ensure not only patient protection but evidence preservation. Catalog no. K11993, February 2011, 373 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4398-4490-8 $89.95 / £57.99 Also available as an eBook

The book begins by offering perspectives on how the stressors inherent in the healthcare profession can contribute to aberrant behavior by medical practitioners. It then examines breaches of patient privacy, which can easily occur in today’s age of technology. Highlighting appalling cases of exploitation, the book also suggests guidelines to safeguard patient privacy. In a chapter on abuse and assault, the book cites psychological studies that explain the root causes of victimization. It highlights the patient populations most at risk: disabled, psychiatric, and elderly, and identifies the chief victimizers: physicians, psychiatrists, dentists, pediatricians, and nursing assistants and aides. The book also examines the types of financial fraud and theft that can be perpetrated against not only patients but also employers and government agencies, and provides expert insight on how to take preventative measures. Providing accounts of well-known healthcarerelated homicides and suspicious deaths, the book also presents insights from forensic and serial murder experts as to why these incidents occur, warning signs to watch out for, and how to conduct a proper investigation. The final chapter examines simple, straightforward strategies for improving the level of quality of care and safety provided by healthcare institutions. With greater accountability and oversight, patients can once again feel secure that their providers are embracing the maxim “Above all, do no harm.” Catalog no. K11074, January 2011, 332 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-2033-9, $79.95 / £49.99 Also available as an eBook

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Medical-Legal

Forensic Nursing A Concise Manual Edited by

Donna M. Garbacz Bader and L. Sue Gabriel Bryan LGH College of Health Sciences, Lincoln, Nebraska, USA

The forensic nurse has a powerful role in medicallegal investigations. Going beyond the nurse’s traditional role, forensic nurses are often at the forefront of evidence collection and preservation. They can maintain an evidentiary chain of custody, testify as an expert witness in a court of law, care for victims, assist victims’ families, and work with the community and law enforcement by providing educational programs. Forensic Nursing: A Concise Manual presents practical information directed at the range of activities that forensic nurses perform, offering guidelines for examining and correlating medical, psychological, ethical, and legal data specific to victims. The book begins with an introduction to the fields of forensic nursing and forensic science. It discusses crime scene and death investigation, evidence collection, autopsies, legal issues, and ethics. It examines the nursing process as an organizational tool for identifying both the medical needs of the victim and the legal aspects of crime scene investigation. The authors pinpoint the role of the forensic nurse in an array of incident scenarios, including nursing home death, excited delirium syndrome, blunt and sharp force injuries, gunshot wounds, asphyxia, child abuse, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence. They also explore human trafficking and the forensic nurse’s role in mass disasters. Lastly, the book provides emergency room recommendations, discusses profiling and forensic anthropology, and offers guidance on working with grieving family members. Using a succinct outline format, the text is complemented by illustrative flowcharts and references in each chapter for further study. Catalog no. 67303, October 2009, 461 pp. Soft Cover, ISBN: 978-1-4200-6730-9 $82.95 / £52.99 Also available as an eBook

Investigation and Prevention of OfficerInvolved Deaths Cyril H. Wecht, JD, MD; Henry C. Lee, PhD, D.P. van Blaricom, and Mel Tucker An in-depth examination of all the facets of investigating police-related deaths, this book discusses the collection of physical evidence, interviews, medical examination of the decedent, psychological factors involving both parties, and litigation of alleged police misconduct. The authors create composite scenarios from their collective case studies, providing factual, precise examples. The scenarios covered include suicides by officer shooting, restraint asphyxia in-custody deaths, vehicular pursuit accidents, police shootings, and deaths of mentally ill and drug-intoxicated individuals. Catalog no. 6374X, December 2010, 229 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-6374-5, $79.95 / £49.99 Also available as an eBook

Feder's Succeeding as an Expert Witness Fourth Edition Harold A. Feder (1932-1995) Glenwood Springs, Colorado, USA

Max M. Houck West Virginia University, Morgantown, USA

Now in its fourth edition, this volume offers both legal and scientific perspectives on the critical issues facing forensic scientists in the courtroom. Suitable for readers with any level of expertise, it explains how the expert witness interacts with the judge, attorneys, and jury; contains trial-tested tips and insights to enhance effective testimony; and compares and contrasts the most important federal rulings on the use of expert testimony. Catalog no. 51628, June 2008, 216 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4200-5162-9, $94.95 / £60.99 Also available as an eBook

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Featuring works by esteemed criminologists and forensic practitioners, this unparalleled e-library boasts an ever-growing number of essential references in crisis management and negotiation methods, arson and homicide investigation, expert witnessing, and forensic pathology. This invaluable product is wellsuited to the needs of the smallest of sheriff’s departments to large governmental law enforcement agencies, such as the DEA, FBI, and Interpol. Subject Areas: • Arson & Fire Investigation • Computer Crime Investigation • Criminal Justice & Law • Forensic Pathology • Forensics • Law Enforcement • Security Management

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