Criminal Investigation The Art and the Science

The fourth edition ofCriminal Investigation: The Art and the Sciencehas undergone considerable revision. Designed as a college textbook for use in lower-division college courses, the book is structured to provide the student with a realistic and straightforward look at today's most modern techniques in criminal investigation. The new edition also includes: New Companion Web site www.prenhall.com/lyman New emphasis on forensic science techniques in criminal investigations Updated material on all criminal investigation techniques A dedicated and improved glossary of physical evidence outlining all procedures for collection and preservation of evidence in criminal cases Expanded sections on DNA, forensic investigations, and cyber crime investigations A new chapter addressing undercover and surveillance operations Addition of a four color photo insert Updated crime statistics from the latest FBI Uniform Crime Reports Specially designed "Case In Point" sections offering valuable and timely case studies in criminal investigation "A Closer Look" boxes that showcase real-life circumstances to illustrate points in the book Recent case histories with discussions of relevant evidence including the Dru Sjodin kidnapping and murder and the capture of the Green River Killer-Gary Ridgeway New, dedicated appendix, which includes helpful Internet addresses of related Web sites Up-to-date U.S. Supreme Court decisions New, 22-chapter formatLyman, Michael D. is the author of 'Criminal Investigation The Art and the Science', published 2004 under ISBN 9780131198777 and ISBN 0131198777.