Criminal Justice Resources
What Is Digital Forensics? When IT Meets Criminal Justice
Noelle Hartt
What is digital forensics? Explore the role digital forensics plays in solving crimes and the U.S. criminal justice system.
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What Does a Criminal Investigator Do? Solving Mysteries
Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
What does a criminal investigator do? Learn how a criminal investigator works to solve crimes and protect public safety.
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How to Become a Criminal Profiler: An Intriguing Career Path
Dr. Matthew Loux & Derek Loux
How to become a criminal profiler: Explore the psychological theory behind criminal profiling and what is needed to become a criminal profiler.
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Ethics in Criminal Justice: Maintaining High Standards
Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
Ethics in criminal justice: Learn why maintaining high ethical standards is essential for public safety and maintaining public trust.
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What Is Criminal Behavior Analysis? Understanding Its Impact
Robert M. Brzenchek
Analyzing and properly deciphering human behavior is not always an easy task. But when you’re analyzing human behavior, patterns and habits create a bigger picture.
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Police Background Investigation: What You Can Expect
Dr. Charles W. Russo
Learn more about the background investigation process for new police hires.
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Behavioral Analysis in Criminal Investigation: How It Works
Jennifer Bucholtz
In this article, we take a deeper look at using behavioral analysis in criminal investigations.
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When Is Police Use of Force Justified? How Officers Think
Andrew Bell & Bruce Razey
When necessary, police use force to uphold the rule of law. But when is police force justified?
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Domestic Violence Training for Police Officers: Effective Tips
Scot DuFour
How can officers and investigators, including first responders, help domestic violence victims?
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Racial Profiling vs. Criminal Profiling: The Difference
Vicky A. Bufano
In this article, faculty member Vicky A. Bufano reviews the differences between racial profiling and criminal profiling.
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How to Estimate Time of Death Using Algor Mortis, Explained
Jennifer Bucholtz
In any death investigation, determining the approximate time of death is a crucial element for investigators.
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How to Become a Police Officer: What to Know in Advance
Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
This article outlines the requirements and process for becoming a police officer.
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