Crime and Measurement: Methods in Forensic Investigation

As an introductory guide, the goal of this book is to provide students of law enforcement, criminalists, members of the justice system, law enforcement professionals, and anyone interested in the field a starting point in understanding the pivotal relationship between police, the investigator, and the scientist in service of the law. From the first responder called to a death scene to the final analysis in the courtroom, Crime and Measurement outlines the processes, the rules, the protocols, and the principles of what it takes and what it means to measure and solve crime.

PowerPoint slides are available upon adoption. Sample slides from the full, 70-slide presentation are available to view here. Email bhall@cap-press.com for more information.

As a forensic anthropologist, Myriam Nafte is an active advisor and consultant for criminal casework across North America. She received a Specialized Honours BA in Medical Anthropology from York University, a BEd degree in Science from Brock University, and completed an MA and PhD in Physical Anthropology at McMaster University. Currently, Nafte is an instructor at McMaster University where she teaches a variety of upper level courses. She continues to research and lecture widely on criminal investigations, and the use of human remains as material culture in contemporary society.

Brian Dalrymple is a forensic scientist.