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Henry Lee's Crime Scene Handbook Lee, Henry C. Edition: 2001 Publisher: Elsevier Science & Technology Books Number of Pages: 416 ISBN10: 0124408303 ISBN13: 9780124408302 Dimensions: 7.50" w x 9.75" l x 0.25" h Weight: 2.99 lbs. Binding: Trade Cloth Language: English List Price: 102.00

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Even a seemingly trivial mistake in how physical evidence is collected and handled can jeopardise an entire criminal case. The authors present this guide to crime scene procedures, a practical handbook designed for all involved in such work.Announcing the most detailed, authoritative "how-to" book for conducting crime scene investigations!...presents a unique systematic and logical approach to cri...Even a seemingly trivial mistake in how physical evidence is collected and handled can jeopardise an entire criminal case. The authors present this guide to crime scene procedures, a practical handbook designed for all involved in such work.Announcing the most detailed, authoritative "how-to" book for conducting crime scene investigations!...presents a unique systematic and logical approach to crime scene processing. - Law Enforcement Technology one of the most well-compiled, easy to read and understand, thorough and beautifully written books that can go a long way in making one a better crime scene investigator. - Internet Journal of Forensic MedicineGeneral Crime Scene Considerations Elements of Crime Scene Management General Crime Scene Procedures Crime Scene Documentation Searching for Physical Evidence Collection and Preservation of Physical Evidence Logic Trees Field Tests and Enhancement Reagents Special Scene Techniques Crime Scene Reconstruction Appendix I: Crime Scene Investigation Equipment Inventory Appendix II: Game Plan for Processing Appendix III: Resources and Supplies Appendix IV: Bibliography Case Study 1: Partial Reconstruction Case Study 2: Complete Reconstruction Case Study 3: Limited Reconstruction IndexHenry Lee's Crime Scene Handbook outlines proven methods to help you collect and process physical evidence correctly, analyze it thoroughly, and understand its relevance to the case involved. It evaluates the newest chemical and instrumental techniques, and covers new areas such as forensic analysis of computers and advanced shooting scene reconstruction methods. This "must-have" guide is enhanced with dozens of color photographs, logic trees, check lists, worksheets, case studies, lists of suppliers, and more. Henry Lee has consulted on thousands of criminal cases around the world and is highly sought after to help solve difficult cases. Now he and his co-authors share more than 50 years of combined experience in this systematic approach to crime scene processing. It provides the information you need for initial training, to take with you in the field, and to refer to again and again during the course of each investigation. KEY FEATURES: * Presents a unique, systematic approach to crime scene processing * Covers in detail how to manage a crime scene, collect information, search for, collect, and preserve physical evidence, conduct field tests, and reconstruct a sequence of events * Describes how to use the latest chemical and instrumental techniques for each kind of crime scene * Outlines common problems and provides clear recommendations for overcoming them * Includes logic trees, checklists, and worksheets that help investigators evaluate the evidence in specific types of crimes * Presents a unique, systematic approach to crime scene processing * Covers in detail how to manage a crime scene, collect information, search for, collect, and preserve physical evidence, conduct field tests, and reconstruct a sequence of events * Describes how to use the latest chemical and instrumental techniques for each kind of crime scene * Outlines common problems and provides clear recommendations for overcoming them * Includes logic trees, checklists, and worksheets that help investigators evaluate the evidence in specific types of crimesThree forensic specialists outline a systematic approach to managing crime scenes, the starting point for every criminal investigation. This handbook outlines the latest chemical and instrumental techniques, covers new topics, and shows how to overcome the most commonly encountered problems. (more) (less)

Table of Contents

Preface
Contributors
General Crime Scene Considerations
Introduction
Types of Crime Scenes
Physical Evidence in a Criminal Investigation
Scentific Crime Scene Investigation
Elements of Crime Scene Management
Introduction
Components of an Effective Crime Scene Management System
Information Management
Management of Manpower
Technology and Equipment Management
Management of Logistics
General Crime Scene Procedures
Introduction
Role of the First Responding Officer
Initial Crime Scene Response
Crime Scene Communication
Legal Implications for Crime Scene Searches
Documentation of the Crime Scene
Crime Scene Search
Preliminary Reconstruction
Releasing the Scene
Crime Scene Investigative Team
Biohazards Associated with Crime Scenes
Crime Scene Documentation
Introduction
Documentation Begins
Effective Note-Taking
Videography of the Crime Scene
Photographic Documentation
Sketching the Crime Scene
Searching for Physical Evidence
Introduction
Objectives of a Crime Scene Search
General Concepts of Crime Scene Searches
Crime Scene Search Patterns
Practical Application of Crime Scene Searches
Collection and Preservation of Physical Evidence
General Considerations
Fingerprints
Impression Evidence
Hair and Fiber Evidence
Other Trace Evidence: Glass, Paint, and Soil
Firearms and Toolmarks
Biological Evidence: Blood, Booy Fluids and Tissue
Accelerants and Flammable Fluids
Explosive Material
Questioned Documents
Drug Evidence
Bitemark Evidence
Entomological Evidence
Logic Trees
General Concept
Common Features
Logic Tree Applications
Field Tests and Enhancement Reagents
Introduction
Field Test Reagents
Pattern Enhancement Reagents
Legal and Scientific Considerations
Special Scene Techniques
Introduction
Outdoor Crime Scenes
Fire and Explosive Scenes
Clandestine Drug Laboratores
Scenes Containing Biological/Chemical Agents
Scenes with Electronic and Computer Evidence
Crime Scene Reconstruction
Introduction
Importance of Crime Scene Reconstruction
Nature of Reconstruction
Basic Principles for Physical Evidence and Reconstruction
Stages in Reconstruction
Types of Reconstruction
Pattern Evidence in Reconstruction
Shooting Scenes - Investigation and Reconstruction
Special Issues Associated with Police Officer-Involved Shootings
Requirements for Reconstructions After Crime Scene Released
Writing a Reconstruction Report
Crime Scene Investigation Equipment Inventory
Game Plan for Processing
Resources and Supplies
Bibliography
Partial Reconstruction (Focus Point: Blood Stain Pattern Analysis)
Complete Reconstruction (Focus Point: Shooting Scene Reconstructions)
Limited Reconstruction (Focus Point: Location of Physical Evidence)
Index

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