Forensic Studies: CSI for the Nonscientist from Crime Scene To Crime Lab (Textbook version)

Forensic Studies introduces the student to the fascinating field of crime scene investigations, or CSI. The text begins with crime scene search, investigation, and documentation. Then following a typical investigative path, chapters examine fingerprints and other evidence, including: trace, biological, DNA, impressions, and firearms. Additional chapters include questioned documents, computer crimes, and drugs. There is an extensive chapter on forensic toxicology, entomology, botany, anthropology, and odontology. The final chapters include arson investigations, the court system and testimony, death investigations, and career opportunities.