The Certified Criminal Investigator Body of Knowledge

This book covers all aspects of the criminal investigation process. It reviews the history and development of forensic studies, ethical behavior of the investigator, evidence collection and preservation, investigation management, and courtroom demeanor and testimony. It provides a thorough resource in preparing for certification as a criminal investigator as well as a handy reference for the professional working through an investigation.

American College of Forensic Examiners Institute

INTRODUCTION TO FORENSIC SCIENCE. Professional Conduct. History of Forensic Science. Developments of Forensic Science. CRIME SCENES AND EVIDENCE. Crime Scene Investigation. Evidence. DNA Evidence. Blood Spatter Pattern Analysis. Postmortem Examination. Computer/Digital Forensics. CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS AND TRIALS. Management of Investigations. Interview, Interrogation, and Detecting Deception. Criminal Trials. CRIME. Domestic Abuse. Homicide. Child Abuse. Female Sexual Predators. Cyberpredators. INJURIES AND FATALITIES. Injuries. Death Investigation. Death by Homicide. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Death by Asphyxia, Fire, and Drowning. Death by Drugs and Poisoning. Sex-Related Homicide and Autoerotic Fatalities. Suicide and Equivocal Deaths. THE PSYCHOLOGICAL AUTOPSY. Psychological Autopsy.