Title: Criminalistics: An Introduction to Forensic Science

Author: Richard Saferstein

Edition: 13th

Publisher: Pearson

ISBN-13: 978-0135268285

Publication Date: April 1, 2020

Designed for introductory courses in Forensic Science and Crime Scene Investigation, Criminalistics: An Introduction to Forensic Science provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the technology of the modern crime laboratory for non-scientists.

Authored by Richard Saferstein, this 13th Edition leverages clear writing, compelling case studies, and modern technological insights to reveal the essence of forensic science. The book is crafted to make the complex subject of forensic science accessible and comprehensible to a diverse readership, ranging from aspiring forensic scientists to general readers curious about the field. It meticulously defines the nature of physical evidence and examines the limitations that current technology and knowledge impose on its individualization and characterization.

Fully updated, the 13th Edition incorporates new and essential information on interpreting blood stain patterns, genotyping, and the intricacies of bite mark comparison, ensuring readers receive the most current understanding of the discipline.