Introduction to Investigation
The Evolution of Criminal Investigation and Criminalistics
Legal Aspects of Investigation
The Investigative Process
Investigators, the Investigative Process, and the Crime Scene
Physical Evidence
Interviewing and Interrogation
Field Notes and Reporting
Follow-Up Investigation
The Crime Laboratory
Crimes Against Persons
Injury and Death Investigation
Sex-Related Offenses
Crimes Against Children
Robbery
Crimes Against Property
Burglary
White-Collar Crime and Larceny
Vehicle Thefts and Related Offenses
Computer Crime
Agricultural, Wildlife, and Environmental Crimes
Arson and Explosives
Drugs, Terrorism, and Homeland Security
Recognition, Control, and Investigation of Drug Abuse
Terrorism
Conclusion
The Trial Process and the Investigator as a Witness