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Crime Scene DocumentationCRIME SCENE DOCUMENTATION
©2005  334 pp. (8 1/2" x 11")
ISBN: 978-1-889315-63-8
List $70

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Description
An introduction to the concepts of the procedures of crime scene observation, note taking, photography and report writing. Includes an introduction to the preparation of visual exhibits for court presentation. Specific crimes include: assaults, sexual assaults, death investigations, computer crime, identity theft, drugs, arson, and accident reconstruction.

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.
Contents
Chapter 1  Crime Scene
Chapter 2  Crime Scene Elements & Documentation
Chapter 3  Records/Evidence Management
Chapter 4  Note-Taking
Chapter 5  Crime Scene Photography
Chapter 6  Measurements & Sketches
Chapter 7  Final Reports
Chapter 8  Documenting Assaults
Chapter 9  Sexual Assault
Chapter 10  Documenting Death Investigations
Chapter 11  Computer Crime
Chapter 12  Identity Theft
Chapter 13  Drugs
Chapter 14  Documenting an Arson Scene
Chapter 15  Accident Investigation & Reconstruction
Chapter 16  Rules of Evidence
Chapter 17  Testimony
Chapter 18  Visual Aids

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Author(s)
Jean Goodall,  PhD: Dr. Goodall holds a B.S. in Criminology, a M.S. in Management and a Doctorate in Public Administration. She has more than 30 years experience in the legal field, over 12 years of experience in adult education at the college level, has worked in the criminal justice environment, conducted volunteer work in the community and has extensive experience in government operations. 

Carol Hawks,  BS: Carol has worked defense investigations involving death penalty cases and violent crimes. She has worked state and federal investigations in the criminal and civil realm. She has a B.S. in Criminal Justice and holds certifications in crime scene investigation and fingerprint classification. Carol is a notary public and private process server. She also has experience as a curriculum developer for homeland security programs.

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Supplemental Materials
Supplemental Material
  • PowerPoint presentations for each chapter.
  • Test Bank with written examinations provided for every chapter.
  • Lesson Plan Development Guide for instructor use.
Student Lab Activities Available
  • Documenting a Crime Scene Lab Activity
  • Ward's Crime Scene Photo Documentation Kit

Classroom Equipment

  • Drug Identification Chart

Optional Lab Activities

  • Ward's Crime Scene Documentation Kit

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