Softcover

ISBN 10: 0130907588 ISBN 13: 9780130907585

Publisher: Prentice Hall, 2003

For undergraduate introductory courses in Computers in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Criminal Investigation, White Collar Crime, and Computer Crime. This one-of-a-kind text introduces students to computer crime and the techniques used to investigate computer crimes. "Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime" defines cyber crime, introduces students to computer terminology and the history of computer crime, and includes discussions of important legal and social issues relating to computer crime. The text also covers computer forensic science, providing students with cutting-edge techniques used to investigate computer crime scenes as well as computer hardware and software to solve computer crimes.

From the Back Cover:

Computer Forensics and Cyber Crime: An Introduction explores the current state of computer crime within the United States. Beginning with the 1970's, this work traces the history of technological crime, and identifies areas ripe for exploitation from technology savvy deviants. This book also evaluates forensic practices and software in light of government legislation, while providing a thorough analysis of emerging case law in a jurisprudential climate. Finally, this book outlines comprehensive guidelines for the development of computer forensic laboratories, the creation of computer crime task forces, and search and seizures of electronic equipment.

About the Author:

Dr. Marjie T. Britz is an associate professor of criminal justice at Clemson University.  She holds a bachelors of science in forensic science from Jacksonville State University, a masters of science in police administration, and a doctorate of philosophy in criminal justice from Michigan State University.  She has published extensively in the areas of computer crime, organized crime, and the police subculture.  She has acted as a consultant to a variety of organizations, and provided training to an assortment of law enforcement agencies. In addition, she has served on editorial and supervisory boards in both academic and practitioner venues.  Her latest works include: Organized Crime: A Worldwide Perspective (Prentice-Hall) and Criminal Evidence (Allyn & Bacon).,