Forensic Footwear Evidence: Detection, Recovery and Examination, SECOND EDITION

Description: Forensic Footwear Evidence by William J. Bodziak Reviewed and recognised as the most authoritative source in the field, this book describes the methods used worldwide to recover and identify footwear impressions from the scene of a crime. In this new edition, everything, including the original 12 chapters, a bibliography, appendix, etc., has been clarified, updated and expanded. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The utilization of footwear impression evidence continues to evolve with new materials, equipment and techniques, providing an increased ability to detect, record, enhance, and examine this form of evidence. Recently developed technology now allows investigators to more efficiently or, in some cases, instantly link multiple crime scenes where impressions have been produced by the same perpetrator.Forensic Footwear Evidence covers a wide range of relevant topics, including historical references, general information about the formation and investigative use of footwear impressions, and the best practices and considerations that apply to the recovery, enhancement, and examination of this evidence. Drawing on the authors 44 years of acquired knowledge and experience, it is the most comprehensive and authoritative text published to date on this topic. Highlighted topics covered within the book includeThree chapters covering footwear manufacturingShoe grading, sizing, and the forensic application of sizing informationExamination and reporting proceduresCasting impressions in snowBarefoot evidenceTopics of interest for both prosecution and defense attorneysThe book includes more than 300 color photographs and illustrations throughout, as well as case examples that apply theoretical concepts to the real world. A single, complete reference on the subject, Forensic Footwear Evidence presents a wide range wealth of information that will serve as an invaluable reference to novice and experienced examiners, crime scene technicians, investigators, and prosecution and defense counselors alike. Author Biography William J. Bodziak holds an MS in forensic science and has spent over 44 years in the field of footwear and tire evidence. He created the first technical conferences on footwear and tire evidence held in 1983 and 1984, taught the subsequent forensic footwear courses at the FBI Academy, and organized the first International Symposium on Footwear and Tire evidence at the FBI Academy in 1994. He has instructed classes in the forensic examination of footwear and tire evidence on over 150 occasions throughout the United States and in other countries and has provided testimony on over 500 occasions in the US, Canada, South Africa, Israel, Guam, Saipan, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. He has written three other books, several book chapters, and many journal articles. He has been an active member and participated in numerous professional organizations throughout his career. Table of Contents General Information about Footwear Evidence. Photographing Footwear Evidence. Casting Three-Dimensional Impressions. Recovering Impressions in Snow. Treatment and Lifting of Two-Dimensional Footwear Impressions. Blunt Force Pattern Injuries. Enhancement of Footwear Impression Evidence. Sizing Feet and Footwear. Manufacturing: Producing and Texturing Molds. Manufacturing: Molding Processes and Modification of Outsoles. Manufacturing: Cutting Outsoles from Sheet Stock. Outsole Design and Dimension. Evaluation of General Wear. Randomly Acquired Characteristics. Known Footwear and Known Impression Standards. Examination of Crime Scene Impressions with Known Footwear. Written Reports and Court Testimony. Impressions of the Foot. Some Case Examples. Topics Regarding The Prosecution and the Defense. Resources. Details ISBN1439887276 Author William J. Bodziak Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc Edition 3rd ISBN-10 1439887276 ISBN-13 9781439887271 Format Hardcover Imprint CRC Press Inc Place of Publication Bosa Roca Country of Publication United States Affiliation Bodziak Forensics, Palm Coast, Florida, USA Year 2016 DEWEY 363.25 Series Practical Aspects of Criminal and Forensic Investigations Subtitle Detection, Recovery and Examination, SECOND EDITION Short Title Forensic Footwear Evidence Language English Illustrations 361 Illustrations, color Publication Date 2016-07-26 AU Release Date 2016-07-26 NZ Release Date 2016-07-26 US Release Date 2016-07-26 UK Release Date 2016-07-26 Pages 560 Alternative 9780367778095 Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135086245;

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