Criminalistics

This book introduces readers to the technology of modern crime labs for those who are not scientists. It uses clear writing and case studies to capture the energy and enthusiasm of forensic science investigations. The meaning and role of probability in interpreting the evidential significance of scientifically evaluated evidence are discussed, and a new chapter on forensic biometrics is included in this updated edition. This best-selling text is clear and understandable to a broad range of students, including those without a scientific background.