Homicide: a forensic psychology casebook

Forensic psychology plays an increasingly important role in criminal investigations and legal decision-making. 'Homicide' guides readers through the practical aspects of homicide cases across the entire criminal justice system, from the investigative process to the criminal trial process, and beyond.

Each chapter contains a description and analysis of selected cases and offenders, and provides a crime narrative and offender narrative to illustrate the underlying theory and practical considerations of homicide investigations.

Criminal justice students and practitioners alike will benefit from the comprehensive scope of this text.