Fire and Arson Scene Evidence : A Guide for Public Safety Personnel

A research report written & approved by a multidisciplinary group of content-area experts from across the U.S. including representatives of law enforcement, the prosecution, the defense, & forensic science. Actions taken at the outset of an investigation at a fire & arson scene can play a pivotal role in the resolution of a case. Careful, thorough investigation is key to ensuring that potential physical evidence is not tainted or destroyed or potential witnesses overlooked. Chapters: first responders' role; scene evaluation; documenting the scene; processing evidence at the scene; & completing the scene investigation. Documentation examples.Reno, Janet is the author of 'Fire and Arson Scene Evidence : A Guide for Public Safety Personnel', published 2001 under ISBN 9780756709426 and ISBN 0756709423.