Practical Investigation of Sex Crimes: A Strategic and Operational Approach / Edition 1

by Thomas P. Carney

Overview

Carney, a former commanding officer of the Manhattan Special Victims Squad, outlines the skills that law enforcement investigators and agencies must have to develop sex crime cases that maintain the victim's dignity while bringing the offender to justice. He illustrates his practical advice with real-life examples and cases from his 30 years of service. The steps he outlines can be applied to all types of sex crimes, from acquaintance rape to serial assault. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Product Details

ISBN-13:	2900849312822
Publication date:	09/17/2003
Pages:	242
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 1.50(h) x 9.50(d)

Table of Contents

The Need for Specialization. What is Sexual Assault? The Criteria for Selecting Investigative Personnel. The Two Crime Scenes. The Victim and the Interview. Types of Rape Investigations. Identifying False Reports. Lineups. Interrogation of Suspect. Investigating the Sexual Assault of Children. Use of News Media and Confidentiality Problems. Case Management. Victim Prevention.