Private Security and the Investigative Process

3. New Auflage 2010
ISBN: 978-1-4200-8569-3
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 352 Seiten, Format (B × H): 188 mm x 263 mm, Gewicht: 906 g

Detailing best practicesand trade secrets for private sector security investigations, Private Security and the Investigative Process, Third Edition provides complete coverage of the investigative process. Fully updated, this edition covers emerging technology, revised legal and practical considerations for conducting interviews, and new information on case evaluation.
Written by a recognized expert in security, criminal justice, ethics, and the law—with over three decades of experience—the updated edition of this popular text covers concepts and techniques that can be applied to a variety of investigations including fraud, insurance, private, and criminal. It details the collection and preservation of evidence, the handling of witnesses, surveillance techniques, background investigations, and report writing. This new edition includes:

More than 80 new or updated forms, checklists, charts, and illustrations
Updated proprietary information from Pinkerton, Wackenhut, and other leading security companies
Increased emphasis on software and technological support products
A closer examination of periodical literature and government publications
Authoritative, yet accessible, this book is an important reference for private investigators and security professionals. Complete with numerous forms, checklists, and web exercises, it provides the tools and understanding required to conduct investigations that are professional, ethical, and effective.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Nemeth, Charles P.

Fachgebiete

• Rechtswissenschaften Öffentliches Recht Verwaltungsrecht Verwaltungspraxis Polizei

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction to the Private Security Industry and the Investigative ProcessThe Trend toward PrivatizationThe Investigative Process: Private Security’s Role Types of Investigative Activities General Investigative Methods
General Characteristics of a Competent Investigator IntroductionIntroductionObjectivity and Investigative PracticeLogic and Investigative PracticePerseverance, Diligence, and Investigative PracticeHuman Relations Skills and Investigative PracticeEthics and the Investigative Process
Initial Interview and Case EvaluationIntroductionInitial Interview Miscellaneous Matters at Initial Interview Recording Interview ImpressionsCase Evaluation
Witnesses The Purpose of WitnessesTypes of Witnesses Missing or Unknown Witnesses Lay Witnesses Expert Witnesses Character WitnessesProcessing WitnessesConclusion
Collection of InformationThe Nature of Information and the Rules of CollectionLeads and Contacts for the Private InvestigatorPublic Sources of Information Federal Agencies State and Local AgenciesPrivate Sources of Information Directories, Databases, and Atlases LibrariesNewspapers The Internet Professional Associations and Groups Auto RecordsThe Background InvestigationReal Property Title Search
Collection of Evidence and Preservation of the SceneIntroductionPreliminary Strategies and ResponsesScene Sketches and Other Graphic Portrayals Rules for Sketching Rules for MeasuringPhotographic Evidence Location of Crime Scene Photography and Special ApplicationsDrug and Alcohol Abuse EvidenceDocumentary Evidence Police Records Medical RecordsRecords Involving Economic DamagesPreservation of Evidence
Surveillance TechniquesPurposes and FunctionsTactics and Strategy in Surveillance What Are the Steps of Surveillance? What Is the Exact Objective of Surveillance? Where Is the Location of Surveillance? When Will Surveillance Occur Who or What Will Be Surveilled? Surveillance: Preparatory Steps Personal Behavior and Attire Surveillance EquipmentTypes of Surveillance Stationary Surveillance Moving Surveillance Hybrid and Other Special Surveillance TechniquesSurveillance Forms and Reports
Report WritingIntroduction Efficiency in the Investigative Process Reports and Memory Reports and Organizational Method during the Investigation Reports as Proof of Services RenderedCharacteristics of Solid Report Writing The Role of Note Taking The Essential Qualities of a Solid Report: Accurate, Brief, and Complete Report Design or FormatStandard Reports for the Private Investigator Activity Reports Major Criminal Documentation
Investigative Method and Technique: Theft/Property OffensesIntroductionShoplifting Rationalizations and Justifications for Shoplifting Shoplifting MethodsInternal Theft by Employees Reasons for Theft Theft Strategies Investigating Theft Obtaining Confessions or StatementsBurglaryDefensive Techniques to Minimize and Identify Burglary and Property Losses Tactics and StrategiesMissing or Stolen Property
Investigative Method and Technique: Insurance CasesIntroductionApplication and Method Property Claim for Cases of Arson Workers’ Compensation Disability Claims Auto Liability ClaimsSpecial Problems: Auto Theft, Fraud, and Parts Pilferage Auto Identification Systems
Investigative Method and Technique: Background InvestigationsIntroductionBackground Issues Establishing Identity Employment History Credit HistoryAlternative Methods of Background Review References Consultative Services The Polygraph TestComprehensive Background Report
The Security Office: Administrative IssuesSome General Principles of Office AdministrationTime-Keeping MethodsThe Value of Administrative DocumentsFiling Systems Set-Up and Maintenance Tickler FilesSoftware ConsiderationsBillingConclusion
Index
Each chapter concludes with a "Notes" section

Über Autor(innen)

Charles P. Nemeth JD, Ph.D, LL.M, Chair and Professor of Legal Studies, Homeland Security and Criminal Justice,California University of Pennsylvania, California, Pennsylvania, USA