All too often, the weakest link in the chain of criminal justice is the crime scene investigation. Improper collection of evidence blocks the finding of truth. Now in its second edition, Practical Crime Scene Processing and Investigation presents practical, proven methods to be used at any crime scene to ensure that evidence is admissible and persuasive. Accompanied by more than 300 color photographs, topicsdiscussed include:Understanding the nature of physical evidence, including fingerprint, biological, trace, hair and fiber, and other forms of evidenceActions of the responding officer, fro.Abstract: All too often, the weakest link in the chain of criminal justice is the crime scene investigation. Improper collection of evidence blocks the finding of truth. Now in its second edition, Practical Crime Scene Processing and Investigation presents practical, proven methods to be used at any crime scene to ensure that evidence is admissible and persuasive. Accompanied by more than 300 color photographs, topics discussed include:Understanding the nature of physical evidence, including fingerprint, biological, trace, hair and fiber, and other forms of evidenceActions of the responding officer, fro