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EVOLUTION
OF NARCOTIC INVESTIGATIONS
EVOLUTION OF NARCOTIC INVESTIGATIONS
©2005 Softcover 274 pp. (8 1/2" x 11")
ISBN: 978-1-889315-81-2
List $73
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the information for this publication.
This textbook is
appropriate for criminal justice, criminal
investigation, and homeland security programs. It is
also suited for programs in emergency management,
corporate security, psychology, emergency medical
services and healthcare, police academy programs, and
continuing professional development.
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Description
This text is designed to
provide the student with an understanding of the
evolution of the methods for conducting narcotics
investigations. Interaction among law enforcement
agencies as well as contemporary factors regarding
investigative complexity will be examined. Students
will also be exposed to alternative solutions to the
narcotics problem.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Legislation
Chapter 3 Types & Objectives Of Investigations
Chapter 4 Agencies
Chapter 5 Drug Chain
Chapter 6 Methods of Narcotics Investigations
Chapter 7 Evidence
Chapter 8 Regulatory Issues
Chapter 9 Special Operations
Chapter 10 Narco-Terrorism
Chapter 11 Alternatives to Enforcement |
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Supplemental
Material
- PowerPoint presentations for
each chapter.
- Test Bank with written
examinations provided for every chapter.
- Lesson Plan Development Guide
for instructor use.
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Student Lab Activities Available
Analysis of Drugs and Poisons Lab
Activity.
NIK® Instructa-Pac
Simulate the Drug Tests Performed
by Forensic Chemists and Medical Laboratories
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Classroom Equipment
- Drug Identification Chart
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Safety Equipment
- Precaution Compliance Kit
- Economy Safety Spectacles
- Dust Masks
- Polyethylene Disposible
Aprons
- Powder-Free Purple Nitrile
Disposable Gloves - small
- Powder-Free Purple Nitrile
Disposable Gloves - medium
- Powder-Free Purple Nitrile
Disposable Gloves - large
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Author(s)
Robert Almonte, BA: Robert Almonte retired in 2003
after nearly 25 years with the El Paso, Texas Police
Department. He had spent the majority of his career in
Narcotics Investigations as a detective, sergeant, and
commander, until his promotion to Captain, in May of
2000, and then Deputy Chief in October of 2000. Robert
oversaw the Narcotics unit and other detective units
as Captain and Deputy Chief. As Commander of the
Narcotics section, Robert implemented the Narcotics
Hotel/Motel unit, which evolved into a HIDTA task
force.
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Recommended Kits and Activities
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Chapter 1 - Drug
Identification Chart (33-5511) With
full color photographs of 77 illicit drugs, drug
packaging, and drug paraphernalia, this is a
helpful visual aid and a great teaching tool for
the identification of illegal drugs. Size: 24" x
36".
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Chapter 7 - NIK®
Instructa-Pac (15-4561) Identify
Common Controlled Substances
Larger image Designed as an all-inclusive
training resource for federal, municipal,
industrial and military drug identification
training programs, this kit includes all the
necessary materials for training a class to screen
for and identify 25 most encountered drugs. The
kit also includes three specially formulated
substances to illustrate false positive drug
identifications. A wall chart, student polytesting
reporting pads, and a field test training CD are
also provided.
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Chapter 7 - Analysis
of Drugs and Poisons Lab Activity (36-3029)
This kit enables students to identify some common
over-the-counter drugs, as well as learn how to
test for controlled substances using simulated
drugs. They will also analyze various metals and
the amino acids found in simulated body fluids to
detect heavy metal poisoning. It includes
materials for seven setups and an activity guide.
An ultraviolet light source, required, is
available separately. Refill 36-6419.
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Chapter 7 - Simulate
the Drug Tests Performed by Forensic Chemists and
Medical Laboratories (36-5481) In
this unique activity, students follow the
Semiquantitative Enzyme Immunoassay technique used
for detecting the presence of alkaloid compounds
such as cocaine, PCP, and THC. Students analyze
different samples of artificial urine to screen
for the presence of cocaine, and achieve fast,
visual, easy-to-analyze results. You will get
enough materials for 36 tests and instructions. No
refills available, entire kit is consumed.
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Chapter 7 - Mini
Longwave UV Lamp 4 W (29-3005) This
lightweight unit contains a six-inch tube that
emits 365 nm longwave UV. It is constructed of
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for easy handling. It includes instructions. Four
AA batteries, required, are available separately.
Size: 6 1/2"L x 1 1/2"W x 1 1/4"D.
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Recommended Safety
Equipment
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Precaution Compliance Kit
(15-3072) Protect yourself, and clean
up your lab, with one handy combination kit. Items
for protection against pathogen spills, as well as
equipment for safe removal and disposal of spilled
materials, all of which meet OSHA, CD, and state
requirements, are provided. The kit includes a
safety shield with mask, disposable apron, medical
gloves, Red Z pouch, scoop with scraper,
germicidal disinfectant surface wipe, biohazard
waste bag, antimicrobial hand wipe, and
identification tag.
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Economy Safety Spectacles
(15-3055) The "clear" choice for
all-around protection against flying particles,
these polycarbonate lenses boast a special coating
that reduces scratching. One-piece lens provides
wraparound protection. Light-weight, with fully
ventilated temples that resist fogging, specs can
be comfortably worn alone or over prescription
lenses for long periods of time. ANSI approved.
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Dust Masks (15-3063)
White cone masks have an elastic strap. Not rated.
Package of 50.
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Polyethylene Disposible
Aprons (15-1050) The one-piece apron
design eliminates folds, hems, and seams that can
trap bacteria or dirt. Chemical, grease, and oil
resistant, the 1 3/4 mil aprons can be reused or
worn once and thrown away. Size: 46"L x 28"W. Box
of 100.
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Powder-Free Purple Nitrile
Disposable Gloves - small (15-1056)
The bright purples color stands out against
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powder free gloves. They are ambidextrous and
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Powder-Free Purple Nitrile
Disposable Gloves - medium (15-1057)
The bright purples color stands out against
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powder free gloves. They are ambidextrous and
disposable and feature a textured surface and a
beaded cuff. Non-sterile. Box of 100.
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Powder-Free Purple Nitrile
Disposable Gloves - large (15-1058)
The bright purples color stands out against
working backgrounds with these 100% latex and
powder free gloves. They are ambidextrous and
disposable and feature a textured surface and a
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