There can be real consequences if the first officers at a scene are not careful about their activity and movements. Here are the steps police officers can take to preserve key evidence.
By DeAnn Wandler
Public servants are dedicated to a cause greater than their own personal ambition. In honor of Public Service Recognition Week, American Public University System created a blog series to honor the men and women who serve our nation. Read about some of the many public servants within our university family who are dedicated to serving their communities. Take a moment and help us thank our nation’s public servants for their service.
In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, American Military University (AMU) faculty and staff members who have extensive careers and expertise in law enforcement will share research as well as first-hand experiences regarding investigative practices. The goal is to help agencies and officers across the country ensure that those who commit sexual crimes are held accountable.
For the past five years, forensic scientists have been taking advantage of their ability to collect Touch DNA, small samples of DNA from evidence that has been handled by suspects. However, new research has found that bacteria may be the next generation of forensic evidence used in police investigations. Learn more about key research studies focused on the benefits and feasibility of using bacterial fingerprints as evidence.
By Dena Weiss, professor of criminal justice at American Military University Organized crime plays a significant role in human…
By Dena Weiss, professor of criminal justice at American Military University The dynamics involved in crime scene examination have…
By Dena Weiss, professor of criminal justice at American Military University Meredith Kercher was found brutally murdered on November…
Emergency and disaster management briefing for September 23, 2020: Houston suffered a wastewater spill caused by rainfall from Tropical Storm Beta – and other news.