Encyclopedia of Crime Scene Investigation

Recent years have brought numerous developments in crime and crimefighting, such as DNA evidence, designer drugs, computer viruses, and online fraud and theft. As criminals get more sophisticated, police must develop new techniques to stop them. "The Encyclopedia of Crime Scene Investigation" is a comprehensive, accessible reference to one of today's most fascinating topics. More than 300 clearly written entries cover all aspects of crime scene investigations, including ballistics, counterfeiting, forensic medicine, firearms, hijacking, identification, poisons, scandals, sex crimes, smuggling, tool marks, and trace evidence. Also featured are many case studies that highlight facets of criminal investigation, as well as historical and biographical entries about key breakthroughs and pioneers in the field of forensic science. Entries include: Accident reconstruction; Arson investigation; DNA evidence; Explosives; Forensic anthropology; Forensic chemistry; Forgery; Identi-Kit; Medical examiners; Organic compound analysis; Spectroscopy; and, Victimology.