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proud to offer investigators the Firearms,
the Law and Forensic Ballistics, 2nd Edition.
Firearms, the Law and Forensic Ballistics describes what
happens when a weapon is fired in terms of internal, external
and terminal, or wound, ballistics and the consequences of
these happenings for the forensic scientist both at the scene
of the shooting incident and in the laboratory. With new
and updated information, this second edition explains the
role of the forensic scientist, including attending the scene
of the crime and post-mortem examination, setting up databases,
the recovery of deleted markings and serial numbers, instrumental
and analytical techniques used in the laboratory, the latest
techniques in detection of gunshot residues, and the presentation
of evidence in court.
FEATURES:
• Provides a step-by-step approach to this specialized field
of forensic investigation
• Covers all aspects of what occurs when a weapon is fired
• Offers an in-depth look at the various roles of the forensic
scientist
• Discusses instrumental and analytical techniques used in
the laboratory
• Reviews firearm legislation protocol and the presentation
of evidence in court
SHORT TOC:
The Beginnings.
Firearms, Legislation
and the Definition of a Firearm.
Marks and Microscopy - the Emergence
of a Firearm;
Marks and Microscopy - the Emergence of a New
Science.
Mechanisms and Design Aspects of Firearms.
Interior
Ballistics.
External Ballistics and Cartridge Loadings.
Terminal/Wound
Ballistics and Distance of Firing.
The Scene Of The Shooting
Incident.
Examination Of Exhibits At The Laboratory.
Presentation
Of Evidence To The Courts.
Proof Marks and the Proof of Firearms.
Appendices.
Hardcover
b/w photographs
456 pages
6.5"x9.25"
retail $79.95
Our Price $63.95
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