Major and Serious Crime Investigations

This text is a comprehensive guide to major and serious crime investigations, covering key areas of legislation, investigative strategies, risk, disclosure, interviewing, and civil orders. It is designed for students and practitioners with a contemporary approach, using case studies and examples to provide an easy-to-follow guide for career development.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 08 January 2024
Publisher: Critical Publishing Ltd

This comprehensive text delves into the realm of major and serious crime investigations, providing a thorough exploration of the fundamental elements of investigative theory and practice that are essential to this field of criminality. Unlike other texts that focus on specific areas of criminality, such as homicide, terrorism, or county lines, this book recognizes that the reader will likely have limited practitioner experience, making it challenging to anchor their learning. To address this, the book employs the latest evidence-based policing knowledge and critical thinking to provide a comprehensive understanding of major and serious crime. It delves into key areas of legislation, outlining how investigative strategies and decision-making can influence successful outcomes. Additionally, the text examines the key areas of risk associated with major and serious crime investigations, the impact on investigators, the concept of disclosure, investigative interviewing, and the use of civil orders as an alternative to prosecution.

Both students and practitioners can find immense value in this book, thanks to its contemporary approach of utilizing case studies and contemporary investigative examples that are relevant to the topic. By bringing together academic theory and operational understanding of major and serious crime, this book offers learners a clear and easy-to-follow guide that they can reference throughout their careers.

In conclusion, this text is a valuable resource for anyone interested in pursuing a career in major and serious crime investigations. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the field, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in this challenging and rewarding profession.

Weight: 444g
Dimension: 174 x 245 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915713186