Criminology and Criminalistics are both centered in law enforcement. However, criminology explores the nature of crime and prevention, while criminalistics involves the collection and analysis of evidence. Criminology is the study of crime and its prevention, as well as the exploration of criminals and their treatment. Criminology students study the criminal justice system … [Read more...] about Difference between Criminology and Criminalistics
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Forensic psychology – an Overview
Psychology and the law Forensic psychologists work within the legal system at every level. There is a popular image of the forensic psychologist as a latter day sleuth, solving crimes with the use of psychological profiling and their knowledge of criminal behaviour. But this is only a small part of what forensic psychologists do. Forensic psychologists are also involved … [Read more...] about Forensic psychology – an Overview
Antisocial Personality Disorder
Antisocial personality disorder is a particularly challenging type of personality disorder, characterised by impulsive, irresponsible and often criminal behaviour. Someone with antisocial personality disorder will typically be manipulative, reckless and not care for other people's feelings. However, like other personality disorders, the disorder is on a spectrum … [Read more...] about Antisocial Personality Disorder
Advanced Interviewing Techniques
Authors: John R. Schafer, Joe Navarro Publisher: Charles C Thomas Pub Ltd; 2 edition Paperback: 192 pages This updated and expanded new edition continues the theme of the first edition of emphasizing the interviewing skills that are critical for solving criminal investigations, obtaining information, and developing intelligence. This book is structured to … [Read more...] about Advanced Interviewing Techniques
Measuring Justice one case at a Time
There's a notion that floats through the mainstream consciousness, through the mass media, and even among tender-footed law students and fledgling attorneys about the word "justice": It's some kind of objective and tangible substance. Yet people's upbringing and background, culture, education, and unique experiences help sculpt their concept of justice. Humans like facts. There … [Read more...] about Measuring Justice one case at a Time
