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This text stresses the practical procedures, techniques, and applications of private and public investigations to provide students with a solid foundation in criminal investigation. The Sixth Edition emphasizes professionalism and integrates coverage of modern investigation tools as it presents established investigation policies, procedures, and techniques for the law enforcement officer. Recent court cases; coverage of the latest investigative techniques and technology; and new material on topics such as domestic violence, stalking, and child abuse enhance the text's practical and applied approach.
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A text on investigation policies, procedures, and techniques essential to both public and private law enforcement, integrating recent court cases and investigations. Section I introduces investigation equipment and techniques, and Section II discusses various investigative responsibilities such as writing reports, searching crime scenes, and arresting suspects. Sections III, IV, and V illustrate how these responsibilities are carried out in specific types of investigations. Includes chapter summaries, checklists, and application questions, plus b&w photos. New to this edition are updates on technology innovations, and new material on domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, and racial profiling. Bennett is a former chief of police. Hess is affiliated with Normandale Community College. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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