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Practical Fire and Arson Investigation (Practical Aspects of Criminal and Forensic Investigations),New
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Did you know. . .. . . that arson has been described as the fastestgrowing crime in America?. . . that arson is the most expensive crime committed?. . . that over 8 billion dollars was estimated lost due to fires in 1994?. . . that an estimated 86,000 structure fires of incendiary or suspicious origin were reported in 1994?David Redsicker provides these statistics and much more, including practical methods, information, and advice for investigating these types of crimes, in Practical Fire and Arson Investigation, Second Edition.Extensively rewritten second edition of this practical manual More than 40% new material!Practical Fire and Arson Investigation, Second Edition is a significantly revised, updated, and expanded new edition of this bestselling book in the Practical Aspects of Criminal and Forensic Investigations series, edited by Vernon Geberth. As in the first edition, specific details on the basic principles are presented, and advanced applied techniques for conducting a thorough fire and arson investigation are detailed.New topics covered in the Second Edition include: Extensively rewritten chapters on determining origin and cause, eliminating accidental fire causes, investigating fatal fires and vehicular fires, and documenting the fire/crime sceneFire scene photography using 'painting with light'Importance of evidence preservation and analysis in civil litigation of liability and product defects
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Practical Fire and Arson Investigation'? A: The book focuses on methods and techniques for investigating fires and arson, including statistics on the prevalence and costs associated with these crimes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Practical Fire and Arson Investigation' is David Redsicker.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in forensic science? A: Yes, the book covers basic principles and advanced techniques, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced professionals in forensic science.
- Q: What new topics are included in the second edition? A: The second edition includes extensively rewritten chapters on determining fire origin and cause, investigating fatal and vehicular fires, and fire scene documentation.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 432 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was the second edition published? A: The second edition was published on October 30, 1996.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new.
- Q: Does this book provide practical applications for fire investigation? A: Yes, it offers practical methods, information, and advice for conducting thorough fire and arson investigations.
- Q: Is there any information on fire scene photography in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses fire scene photography techniques, including 'painting with light'.